Senna Prescribing at THE PENINSULA PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
550
Total Quantity
26.7K
NHS Cost
£620
vs National Avg
-8.6%
THE PENINSULA PRACTICE prescribed 550 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £620 to the NHS. This is 8.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
43
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 550 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 26,652 |
| Total NHS Cost | £620 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -8.6% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 550 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -8.6% 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.