Senna Prescribing at WHALEBRIDGE PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
714
Total Quantity
36.0K
NHS Cost
£861
vs National Avg
+18.6%
WHALEBRIDGE PRACTICE prescribed 714 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £861 to the NHS. This is 18.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
69
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 714 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 35,985 |
| Total NHS Cost | £861 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +18.6% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 714 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +18.6% 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.