Desogestrel Prescribing at BARRACK LANE MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,167
Total Quantity
133.3K
NHS Cost
£5.3K
vs National Avg
+194.4%
BARRACK LANE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,167 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,343 to the NHS. This is 194.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
110
Jul 2026
110
Jul 2026
103
Jul 2026
118
Jul 2026
100
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
96
Jul 2026
94
Jul 2026
90
Jul 2026
100
Jul 2026
74
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,167 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 133,322 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,343 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +194.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,167 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +194.4% 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.