Senna Prescribing at THE VALLEY MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
761
Total Quantity
43.1K
NHS Cost
£947
vs National Avg
+26.5%
THE VALLEY MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 761 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £947 to the NHS. This is 26.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
58
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 761 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 43,116 |
| Total NHS Cost | £947 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +26.5% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 761 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +26.5% 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.