Senna Prescribing at TAVYSIDE HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
787
Total Quantity
31.5K
NHS Cost
£741
vs National Avg
+30.8%
TAVYSIDE HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 787 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £741 to the NHS. This is 30.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
68
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 787 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 31,451 |
| Total NHS Cost | £741 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +30.8% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 787 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +30.8% 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.