Senna Prescribing at WALKDEN MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
742
Total Quantity
24.4K
NHS Cost
£582
vs National Avg
+23.3%
WALKDEN MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 742 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £582 to the NHS. This is 23.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
56
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 742 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 24,413 |
| Total NHS Cost | £582 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +23.3% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 742 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +23.3% 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.