Senna Prescribing at THE LAKES MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
748
Total Quantity
34.6K
NHS Cost
£800
vs National Avg
+24.3%
THE LAKES MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 748 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £800 to the NHS. This is 24.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
57
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 748 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 34,627 |
| Total NHS Cost | £800 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +24.3% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 748 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +24.3% 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.