Senna Prescribing at THE WESTWOOD SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
618
Total Quantity
23.4K
NHS Cost
£591
vs National Avg
+2.7%
THE WESTWOOD SURGERY prescribed 618 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £591 to the NHS. This is 2.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
58
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 618 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 23,395 |
| Total NHS Cost | £591 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +2.7% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 618 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +2.7% 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.