Senna Prescribing at WATERSIDE MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
511
Total Quantity
25.3K
NHS Cost
£672
vs National Avg
-15.1%
WATERSIDE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 511 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £672 to the NHS. This is 15.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
40
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 511 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 25,296 |
| Total NHS Cost | £672 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -15.1% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 511 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -15.1% 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.