Senna Prescribing at WESTWOOD PRIMARY CARE CENTRE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

150

Total Quantity

9,308

NHS Cost

£210

vs National Avg

-75.1%

WESTWOOD PRIMARY CARE CENTRE prescribed 150 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £210 to the NHS. This is 75.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	150
Total Quantity	9,308
Total NHS Cost	£210
Presentations	1 different forms
vs National Average	-75.1%

Senna Prescribing Comparison

This practice	150 items
National average per practice	602 items
Difference	-75.1% 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.