Senna Prescribing at SPRINGFIELDS MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
764
Total Quantity
35.8K
NHS Cost
£841
vs National Avg
+27%
SPRINGFIELDS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 764 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £841 to the NHS. This is 27% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
47
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 764 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 35,768 |
| Total NHS Cost | £841 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +27% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 764 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +27% 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.