Senna Prescribing at SOUTH DURHAM HEALTH
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
104
Total Quantity
5,504
NHS Cost
£111
vs National Avg
-82.7%
SOUTH DURHAM HEALTH prescribed 104 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £111 to the NHS. This is 82.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
7
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 104 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 5,504 |
| Total NHS Cost | £111 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -82.7% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 104 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -82.7% 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.