Senna Prescribing at THE WEARDALE PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
501
Total Quantity
22.9K
NHS Cost
£535
vs National Avg
-16.7%
THE WEARDALE PRACTICE prescribed 501 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £535 to the NHS. This is 16.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
44
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 501 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 22,874 |
| Total NHS Cost | £535 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -16.7% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 501 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -16.7% 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.