Senna Prescribing at THE SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
585
Total Quantity
15.2K
NHS Cost
£367
vs National Avg
-2.8%
THE SURGERY prescribed 585 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £367 to the NHS. This is 2.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
27
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 585 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 15,174 |
| Total NHS Cost | £367 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -2.8% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 585 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -2.8% 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.