Desogestrel Prescribing at BARCROFT MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
806
Total Quantity
77.3K
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
+103.3%
BARCROFT MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 806 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,398 to the NHS. This is 103.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
55
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 806 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 77,269 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,398 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +103.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 806 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +103.3% 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.