Senna Prescribing at THE BAY MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
783
Total Quantity
37.7K
NHS Cost
£896
vs National Avg
+30.1%
THE BAY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 783 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £896 to the NHS. This is 30.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
53
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 783 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 37,725 |
| Total NHS Cost | £896 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +30.1% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 783 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +30.1% 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.