Senna Prescribing at VEL SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
347
Total Quantity
14.7K
NHS Cost
£356
vs National Avg
-42.3%
VEL SURGERY prescribed 347 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £356 to the NHS. This is 42.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
24
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 347 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 14,682 |
| Total NHS Cost | £356 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -42.3% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 347 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -42.3% 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.