Senna Prescribing at THE MEADOWS MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
125
Total Quantity
6,598
NHS Cost
£157
vs National Avg
-79.2%
THE MEADOWS MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 125 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £157 to the NHS. This is 79.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
10
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 125 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,598 |
| Total NHS Cost | £157 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -79.2% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 125 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -79.2% 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.