Senna Prescribing at ST ALBANS MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
697
Total Quantity
37.1K
NHS Cost
£793
vs National Avg
+15.8%
ST ALBANS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 697 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £793 to the NHS. This is 15.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
51
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 697 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 37,129 |
| Total NHS Cost | £793 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +15.8% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 697 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +15.8% 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.