Senna Prescribing at WATERSIDE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
836
Total Quantity
53.2K
NHS Cost
£1.2K
vs National Avg
+38.9%
WATERSIDE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 836 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,166 to the NHS. This is 38.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
70
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 836 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 53,236 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,166 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +38.9% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 836 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +38.9% 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.