Senna Prescribing at THE MEADS MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
564
Total Quantity
25.9K
NHS Cost
£569
vs National Avg
-6.3%
THE MEADS MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 564 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £569 to the NHS. This is 6.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
40
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 564 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 25,854 |
| Total NHS Cost | £569 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -6.3% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 564 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -6.3% 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.