Senna Prescribing at THE DICCONSON GROUP PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
887
Total Quantity
42.6K
NHS Cost
£933
vs National Avg
+47.4%
THE DICCONSON GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 887 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £933 to the NHS. This is 47.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
76
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 887 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 42,592 |
| Total NHS Cost | £933 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +47.4% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 887 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +47.4% 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.