Desogestrel Prescribing at ADLINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
655
Total Quantity
79.5K
NHS Cost
£2.6K
vs National Avg
+65.2%
ADLINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 655 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,594 to the NHS. This is 65.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
68
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 655 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 79,485 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,594 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +65.2% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 655 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +65.2% 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.