Senna Prescribing at THE OLD SCHOOL SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
677
Total Quantity
37.4K
NHS Cost
£853
vs National Avg
+12.5%
THE OLD SCHOOL SURGERY prescribed 677 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £853 to the NHS. This is 12.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
49
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 677 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 37,350 |
| Total NHS Cost | £853 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +12.5% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 677 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +12.5% 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.