Senna Prescribing at ST. HELENS MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
540
Total Quantity
21.2K
NHS Cost
£506
vs National Avg
-10.3%
ST. HELENS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 540 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £506 to the NHS. This is 10.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
52
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 540 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 21,179 |
| Total NHS Cost | £506 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -10.3% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 540 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -10.3% 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.