Senna Prescribing at THE FAMILY SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
527
Total Quantity
28.2K
NHS Cost
£657
vs National Avg
-12.4%
THE FAMILY SURGERY prescribed 527 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £657 to the NHS. This is 12.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
55
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 527 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 28,176 |
| Total NHS Cost | £657 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -12.4% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 527 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -12.4% 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.