Senna Prescribing at ST EDWARDS MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
929
Total Quantity
26.3K
NHS Cost
£629
vs National Avg
+54.4%
ST EDWARDS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 929 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £629 to the NHS. This is 54.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
88
Jul 2026
87
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
73
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 929 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 26,307 |
| Total NHS Cost | £629 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +54.4% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 929 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +54.4% 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.