Senna Prescribing at WEST MERSEA SURGERY
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
382
Total Quantity
21.1K
NHS Cost
£509
vs National Avg
-36.5%
WEST MERSEA SURGERY prescribed 382 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £509 to the NHS. This is 36.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
34
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 382 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 21,087 |
| Total NHS Cost | £509 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -36.5% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 382 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -36.5% 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.