Senna Prescribing at THE FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
420
Total Quantity
24.8K
NHS Cost
£588
vs National Avg
-30.2%
THE FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 420 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £588 to the NHS. This is 30.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
24
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 420 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 24,777 |
| Total NHS Cost | £588 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -30.2% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 420 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -30.2% 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.