Senna Prescribing at SWANLOW MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
464
Total Quantity
22.6K
NHS Cost
£509
vs National Avg
-22.9%
SWANLOW MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 464 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £509 to the NHS. This is 22.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
40
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 464 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 22,585 |
| Total NHS Cost | £509 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -22.9% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 464 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -22.9% 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.