Senna Prescribing at THE LIMES MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
490
Total Quantity
17.1K
NHS Cost
£406
vs National Avg
-18.6%
THE LIMES MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 490 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £406 to the NHS. This is 18.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
34
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 490 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 17,082 |
| Total NHS Cost | £406 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -18.6% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 490 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -18.6% 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.