Senna Prescribing at THE VILLAGE PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
563
Total Quantity
24.1K
NHS Cost
£536
vs National Avg
-6.4%
THE VILLAGE PRACTICE prescribed 563 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £536 to the NHS. This is 6.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
58
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 563 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 24,116 |
| Total NHS Cost | £536 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -6.4% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 563 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -6.4% 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.