Senna Prescribing at THE DOVECOT SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
627
Total Quantity
24.3K
NHS Cost
£620
vs National Avg
+4.2%
THE DOVECOT SURGERY prescribed 627 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £620 to the NHS. This is 4.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
57
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 627 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 24,313 |
| Total NHS Cost | £620 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +4.2% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 627 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +4.2% 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.