Senna Prescribing at VILLAGE MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
650
Total Quantity
27.9K
NHS Cost
£649
vs National Avg
+8%
VILLAGE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 650 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £649 to the NHS. This is 8% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
53
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 650 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 27,870 |
| Total NHS Cost | £649 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +8% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 650 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +8% 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.