Senna Prescribing at SOUTHGATE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
999
Total Quantity
44.4K
NHS Cost
£1.1K
vs National Avg
+66%
SOUTHGATE prescribed 999 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,065 to the NHS. This is 66% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
126
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
88
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 999 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 44,355 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,065 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +66% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 999 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +66% vs national average |
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.