Senna Prescribing at ST ALBANS MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
497
Total Quantity
16.4K
NHS Cost
£404
vs National Avg
-17.4%
ST ALBANS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 497 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £404 to the NHS. This is 17.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
58
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 497 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 16,434 |
| Total NHS Cost | £404 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -17.4% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 497 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -17.4% 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.