Senna Prescribing at SWALLOWFIELD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
552
Total Quantity
27.4K
NHS Cost
£614
vs National Avg
-8.3%
SWALLOWFIELD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 552 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £614 to the NHS. This is 8.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 552 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 27,370 |
| Total NHS Cost | £614 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -8.3% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 552 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -8.3% 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.