Senna Prescribing at THE MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
772
Total Quantity
28.6K
NHS Cost
£697
vs National Avg
+28.3%
THE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 772 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £697 to the NHS. This is 28.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
60
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 772 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 28,578 |
| Total NHS Cost | £697 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +28.3% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 772 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +28.3% 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.