Senna Prescribing at THE RIDGE MEDICAL PRACT.
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
1,623
Total Quantity
114.0K
NHS Cost
£2.8K
vs National Avg
+169.7%
THE RIDGE MEDICAL PRACT. prescribed 1,623 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,828 to the NHS. This is 169.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
139
Jun 2026
137
Jun 2026
136
Jun 2026
140
Jun 2026
130
Jun 2026
134
Jun 2026
144
Jun 2026
126
Jun 2026
139
Jun 2026
140
Jun 2026
134
Jun 2026
124
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,623 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 113,992 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,828 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +169.7% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,623 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +169.7% 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.