Senna Prescribing at THE ARCH MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
736
Total Quantity
31.8K
NHS Cost
£741
vs National Avg
+22.3%
THE ARCH MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 736 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £741 to the NHS. This is 22.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
50
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 736 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 31,817 |
| Total NHS Cost | £741 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +22.3% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 736 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +22.3% 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.