Senna Prescribing at WEEPING CROSS HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
622
Total Quantity
39.7K
NHS Cost
£901
vs National Avg
+3.4%
WEEPING CROSS HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 622 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £901 to the NHS. This is 3.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
61
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 622 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 39,679 |
| Total NHS Cost | £901 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +3.4% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 622 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +3.4% 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.