Senna Prescribing at SILVERDALE MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
713
Total Quantity
21.7K
NHS Cost
£567
vs National Avg
+18.5%
SILVERDALE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 713 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £567 to the NHS. This is 18.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
68
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 713 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 21,656 |
| Total NHS Cost | £567 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +18.5% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 713 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +18.5% vs national average |
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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.