Senna Prescribing at THE SHELDON MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
169
Total Quantity
10.3K
NHS Cost
£229
vs National Avg
-71.9%
THE SHELDON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 169 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £229 to the NHS. This is 71.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 169 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,316 |
| Total NHS Cost | £229 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -71.9% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 169 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -71.9% 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.