Senna Prescribing at SMALL HEATH MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
516
Total Quantity
30.1K
NHS Cost
£691
vs National Avg
-14.3%
SMALL HEATH MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 516 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £691 to the NHS. This is 14.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 516 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 30,102 |
| Total NHS Cost | £691 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -14.3% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 516 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -14.3% 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.