Desogestrel Prescribing at ASHFIELDS PRIMARY CARE CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,176
Total Quantity
225.2K
NHS Cost
£9.2K
vs National Avg
+196.7%
ASHFIELDS PRIMARY CARE CENTRE prescribed 1,176 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,183 to the NHS. This is 196.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
110
Jun 2026
92
Jun 2026
117
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
100
Jun 2026
101
Jun 2026
91
Jun 2026
94
Jun 2026
118
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
96
Jun 2026
88
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,176 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 225,237 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,183 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +196.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,176 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +196.7% 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.