Senna Prescribing at WOODSEND MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
915
Total Quantity
51.3K
NHS Cost
£1.2K
vs National Avg
+52%
WOODSEND MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 915 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,175 to the NHS. This is 52% above the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
94
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
92
Jul 2026
73
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 915 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 51,279 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,175 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +52% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 915 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | +52% 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.