Desogestrel Prescribing at ABINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
618
Total Quantity
95.4K
NHS Cost
£2.6K
vs National Avg
+55.9%
ABINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 618 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,575 to the NHS. This is 55.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
43
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 618 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 95,412 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,575 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +55.9% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 618 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +55.9% 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.