Senna Prescribing at TYNEMOUTH MEDICAL PRACTICE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

930

Total Quantity

31.9K

NHS Cost

£745

vs National Avg

+54.5%

TYNEMOUTH MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 930 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £745 to the NHS. This is 54.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	930
Total Quantity	31,858
Total NHS Cost	£745
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	+54.5%

Senna Prescribing Comparison

This practice	930 items
National average per practice	602 items
Difference	+54.5% 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.