Senna Prescribing at THE WEAVERS PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
787
Total Quantity
42.2K
NHS Cost
£945
vs National Avg
+30.8%
THE WEAVERS PRACTICE prescribed 787 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £945 to the NHS. This is 30.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
61
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 787 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 42,164 |
| Total NHS Cost | £945 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +30.8% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 787 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +30.8% 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.