Senna Prescribing at THE WHITSWOOD PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
420
Total Quantity
16.8K
NHS Cost
£407
vs National Avg
-30.2%
THE WHITSWOOD PRACTICE prescribed 420 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £407 to the NHS. This is 30.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
45
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 420 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 16,770 |
| Total NHS Cost | £407 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -30.2% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 420 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -30.2% 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.