Senna Prescribing at ST JAMES MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
909
Total Quantity
41.5K
NHS Cost
£926
vs National Avg
+51%
ST JAMES MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 909 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £926 to the NHS. This is 51% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
88
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
77
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 909 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 41,467 |
| Total NHS Cost | £926 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +51% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 909 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +51% 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.