Senna Prescribing at THE ELMHURST PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
303
Total Quantity
10.0K
NHS Cost
£247
vs National Avg
-49.7%
THE ELMHURST PRACTICE prescribed 303 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £247 to the NHS. This is 49.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
21
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 303 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,022 |
| Total NHS Cost | £247 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -49.7% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 303 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -49.7% 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.