Senna Prescribing at THE ELMS MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
552
Total Quantity
29.4K
NHS Cost
£679
vs National Avg
-8.3%
THE ELMS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 552 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £679 to the NHS. This is 8.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
41
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 552 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 29,413 |
| Total NHS Cost | £679 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -8.3% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 552 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -8.3% 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.