Senna Prescribing at ST GEORGE & RIVERSIDE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
705
Total Quantity
20.3K
NHS Cost
£506
vs National Avg
+17.2%
ST GEORGE & RIVERSIDE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 705 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £506 to the NHS. This is 17.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
51
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 705 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 20,311 |
| Total NHS Cost | £506 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +17.2% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 705 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +17.2% 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.