Senna Prescribing at THE SMETHWICK MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
646
Total Quantity
25.1K
NHS Cost
£673
vs National Avg
+7.3%
THE SMETHWICK MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 646 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £673 to the NHS. This is 7.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
61
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 646 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 25,091 |
| Total NHS Cost | £673 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +7.3% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 646 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +7.3% 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.