Senna Prescribing at STEPPINGSTONES MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
800
Total Quantity
42.3K
NHS Cost
£931
vs National Avg
+32.9%
STEPPINGSTONES MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 800 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £931 to the NHS. This is 32.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
70
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 800 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 42,304 |
| Total NHS Cost | £931 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +32.9% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 800 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +32.9% 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.