Senna Prescribing at WATERSHIP DOWN HEALTH
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
738
Total Quantity
29.1K
NHS Cost
£690
vs National Avg
+22.6%
WATERSHIP DOWN HEALTH prescribed 738 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £690 to the NHS. This is 22.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
69
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 738 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 29,058 |
| Total NHS Cost | £690 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +22.6% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 738 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +22.6% 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.