Senna Prescribing at THE MEADS SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
455
Total Quantity
8,685
NHS Cost
£261
vs National Avg
-24.4%
THE MEADS SURGERY prescribed 455 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £261 to the NHS. This is 24.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
56
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 455 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,685 |
| Total NHS Cost | £261 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -24.4% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 455 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -24.4% 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.