Senna Prescribing at THIRSK DOCTORS SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
420
Total Quantity
29.4K
NHS Cost
£689
vs National Avg
-30.2%
THIRSK DOCTORS SURGERY prescribed 420 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £689 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
34
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
37
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 420 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 29,372 |
| Total NHS Cost | £689 |
| Presentations | 3 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.