Senna Prescribing at THE ELMS PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
399
Total Quantity
17.2K
NHS Cost
£453
vs National Avg
-33.7%
THE ELMS PRACTICE prescribed 399 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £453 to the NHS. This is 33.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
47
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 399 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 17,218 |
| Total NHS Cost | £453 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -33.7% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 399 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -33.7% 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.