Senna Prescribing at THE CHESTNUTS SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
412
Total Quantity
19.0K
NHS Cost
£438
vs National Avg
-31.5%
THE CHESTNUTS SURGERY prescribed 412 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £438 to the NHS. This is 31.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
36
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 412 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 19,044 |
| Total NHS Cost | £438 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -31.5% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 412 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -31.5% 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.