Desogestrel Prescribing at ALVASTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
912
Total Quantity
79.4K
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
+130.1%
ALVASTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 912 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,269 to the NHS. This is 130.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
87
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
91
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
76
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 912 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 79,422 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,269 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +130.1% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 912 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +130.1% 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.