Senna Prescribing at SOUTH READING & SHINFIELD GROUP MED PRAC
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
882
Total Quantity
40.4K
NHS Cost
£948
vs National Avg
+46.6%
SOUTH READING & SHINFIELD GROUP MED PRAC prescribed 882 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £948 to the NHS. This is 46.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
92
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
66
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 882 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 40,435 |
| Total NHS Cost | £948 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +46.6% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 882 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +46.6% 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.