Senna Prescribing at THE BOLTON FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
352
Total Quantity
21.0K
NHS Cost
£472
vs National Avg
-41.5%
THE BOLTON FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 352 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £472 to the NHS. This is 41.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
32
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 352 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 21,032 |
| Total NHS Cost | £472 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -41.5% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 352 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -41.5% 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.