Senna Prescribing at ST DAVID'S FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
936
Total Quantity
44.7K
NHS Cost
£996
vs National Avg
+55.5%
ST DAVID'S FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 936 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £996 to the NHS. This is 55.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
93
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 936 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 44,713 |
| Total NHS Cost | £996 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +55.5% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 936 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +55.5% 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.