Senna Prescribing at THE BLITHEHALE MED.CTR.
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
2,038
Total Quantity
58.8K
NHS Cost
£1.4K
vs National Avg
+238.7%
THE BLITHEHALE MED.CTR. prescribed 2,038 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,430 to the NHS. This is 238.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
151
Jun 2026
145
Jun 2026
167
Jun 2026
165
Jun 2026
188
Jun 2026
182
Jun 2026
150
Jun 2026
197
Jun 2026
181
Jun 2026
182
Jun 2026
145
Jun 2026
185
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,038 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 58,832 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,430 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +238.7% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,038 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +238.7% 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.