Senna Prescribing at THE ORCHARD SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
575
Total Quantity
43.0K
NHS Cost
£1.2K
vs National Avg
-4.5%
THE ORCHARD SURGERY prescribed 575 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,209 to the NHS. This is 4.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
38
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 575 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 43,000 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,209 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -4.5% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 575 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -4.5% 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.