Senna Prescribing at ST JOHN'S FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
548
Total Quantity
31.7K
NHS Cost
£691
vs National Avg
-8.9%
ST JOHN'S FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 548 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £691 to the NHS. This is 8.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
49
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 548 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 31,685 |
| Total NHS Cost | £691 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -8.9% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 548 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -8.9% 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.