Senna Prescribing at THE WEAVER VALE SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
522
Total Quantity
27.9K
NHS Cost
£710
vs National Avg
-13.3%
THE WEAVER VALE SURGERY prescribed 522 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £710 to the NHS. This is 13.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
47
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 522 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 27,857 |
| Total NHS Cost | £710 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -13.3% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 522 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -13.3% 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.