Senna Prescribing at SMS MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
271
Total Quantity
7,536
NHS Cost
£212
vs National Avg
-55%
SMS MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 271 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £212 to the NHS. This is 55% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
24
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 271 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 7,536 |
| Total NHS Cost | £212 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -55% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 271 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -55% 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.