Senna Prescribing at VALE MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
728
Total Quantity
40.0K
NHS Cost
£899
vs National Avg
+21%
VALE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 728 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £899 to the NHS. This is 21% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
62
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 728 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 39,990 |
| Total NHS Cost | £899 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +21% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 728 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +21% 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.