Senna Prescribing at WESTLANDS MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
866
Total Quantity
41.4K
NHS Cost
£978
vs National Avg
+43.9%
WESTLANDS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 866 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £978 to the NHS. This is 43.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
90
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
87
Jul 2026
74
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 866 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 41,397 |
| Total NHS Cost | £978 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +43.9% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 866 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +43.9% 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.