Senna Prescribing at THE DOWNLAND PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
284
Total Quantity
14.2K
NHS Cost
£336
vs National Avg
-52.8%
THE DOWNLAND PRACTICE prescribed 284 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £336 to the NHS. This is 52.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
25
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 284 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 14,156 |
| Total NHS Cost | £336 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -52.8% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 284 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -52.8% 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.