Senna Prescribing at YOUR FAMILY PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
537
Total Quantity
20.0K
NHS Cost
£451
vs National Avg
-10.8%
YOUR FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 537 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £451 to the NHS. This is 10.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
49
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 537 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 20,001 |
| Total NHS Cost | £451 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | -10.8% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 537 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -10.8% 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.