Senna Prescribing at UNDERWOOD SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
740
Total Quantity
24.9K
NHS Cost
£638
vs National Avg
+23%
UNDERWOOD SURGERY prescribed 740 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £638 to the NHS. This is 23% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
63
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 740 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 24,855 |
| Total NHS Cost | £638 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +23% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 740 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +23% 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.