Senna Prescribing at THOMAS WALKER WESTGATE HEALTHCARE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
819
Total Quantity
41.3K
NHS Cost
£938
vs National Avg
+36.1%
THOMAS WALKER WESTGATE HEALTHCARE prescribed 819 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £938 to the NHS. This is 36.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
66
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 819 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 41,255 |
| Total NHS Cost | £938 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +36.1% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 819 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +36.1% 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.