Senna Prescribing at THE SHAFTESBURY MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
876
Total Quantity
37.6K
NHS Cost
£806
vs National Avg
+45.6%
THE SHAFTESBURY MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 876 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £806 to the NHS. This is 45.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
98
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
64
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 876 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 37,612 |
| Total NHS Cost | £806 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +45.6% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 876 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +45.6% 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.