Senna Prescribing at ST HELENS ROAD PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
613
Total Quantity
34.9K
NHS Cost
£782
vs National Avg
+1.9%
ST HELENS ROAD PRACTICE prescribed 613 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £782 to the NHS. This is 1.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
51
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 613 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 34,939 |
| Total NHS Cost | £782 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +1.9% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 613 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +1.9% 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.