Senna Prescribing at THORNTON HEATH MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
869
Total Quantity
39.3K
NHS Cost
£910
vs National Avg
+44.4%
THORNTON HEATH MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 869 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £910 to the NHS. This is 44.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
87
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
93
Jul 2026
71
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 869 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 39,285 |
| Total NHS Cost | £910 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +44.4% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 869 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +44.4% 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.