Senna Prescribing at WILLENHAL OAK MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
514
Total Quantity
23.0K
NHS Cost
£508
vs National Avg
-14.6%
WILLENHAL OAK MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 514 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £508 to the NHS. This is 14.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
41
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 514 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 23,028 |
| Total NHS Cost | £508 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -14.6% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 514 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -14.6% 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.