Senna Prescribing at THE ATHERSTONE SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
2,682
Total Quantity
139.7K
NHS Cost
£3.2K
vs National Avg
+345.7%
THE ATHERSTONE SURGERY prescribed 2,682 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,181 to the NHS. This is 345.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
214
Jun 2026
198
Jun 2026
253
Jun 2026
218
Jun 2026
219
Jun 2026
221
Jun 2026
208
Jun 2026
212
Jun 2026
217
Jun 2026
226
Jun 2026
247
Jun 2026
249
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,682 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 139,730 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,181 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +345.7% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,682 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +345.7% 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.