Senna Prescribing at THE OAKS FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
513
Total Quantity
28.4K
NHS Cost
£681
vs National Avg
-14.8%
THE OAKS FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 513 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £681 to the NHS. This is 14.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
38
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 513 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 28,387 |
| Total NHS Cost | £681 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -14.8% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 513 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -14.8% 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.