Senna Prescribing at WOODLANDS FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
738
Total Quantity
38.1K
NHS Cost
£873
vs National Avg
+22.6%
WOODLANDS FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 738 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £873 to the NHS. This is 22.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
55
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 738 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 38,083 |
| Total NHS Cost | £873 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +22.6% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 738 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +22.6% 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.