Senna Prescribing at ST ANDREWS MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
288
Total Quantity
13.0K
NHS Cost
£512
vs National Avg
-52.1%
ST ANDREWS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 288 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £512 to the NHS. This is 52.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
34
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 288 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,048 |
| Total NHS Cost | £512 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -52.1% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 288 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -52.1% 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.