Senna Prescribing at THE SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
360
Total Quantity
15.1K
NHS Cost
£362
vs National Avg
-40.2%
THE SURGERY prescribed 360 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £362 to the NHS. This is 40.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
27
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 360 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 15,110 |
| Total NHS Cost | £362 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -40.2% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 360 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -40.2% 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.