Senna Prescribing at THE SPIRES HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
370
Total Quantity
22.3K
NHS Cost
£563
vs National Avg
-38.5%
THE SPIRES HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 370 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £563 to the NHS. This is 38.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
26
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 370 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 22,266 |
| Total NHS Cost | £563 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -38.5% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 370 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -38.5% 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.