Senna Prescribing at ST JAMES MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
807
Total Quantity
44.9K
NHS Cost
£981
vs National Avg
+34.1%
ST JAMES MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 807 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £981 to the NHS. This is 34.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
62
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 807 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 44,914 |
| Total NHS Cost | £981 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +34.1% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 807 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +34.1% 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.