Senna Prescribing at WEST ROAD MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
1,440
Total Quantity
39.3K
NHS Cost
£991
vs National Avg
+139.3%
WEST ROAD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,440 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £991 to the NHS. This is 139.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
109
Jul 2026
121
Jul 2026
108
Jul 2026
109
Jul 2026
130
Jul 2026
115
Jul 2026
118
Jul 2026
134
Jul 2026
119
Jul 2026
108
Jul 2026
141
Jul 2026
128
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,440 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 39,297 |
| Total NHS Cost | £991 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +139.3% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,440 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +139.3% 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.