Senna Prescribing at WALLINGTON FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
1,237
Total Quantity
34.4K
NHS Cost
£827
vs National Avg
+105.6%
WALLINGTON FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 1,237 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £827 to the NHS. This is 105.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
118
Jun 2026
106
Jun 2026
115
Jun 2026
122
Jun 2026
94
Jun 2026
99
Jun 2026
117
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
99
Jun 2026
93
Jun 2026
108
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,237 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 34,425 |
| Total NHS Cost | £827 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +105.6% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,237 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +105.6% vs national average |
Explore More
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.