Desogestrel Prescribing at BEECHFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,541
Total Quantity
115.4K
NHS Cost
£3.5K
vs National Avg
+288.8%
BEECHFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,541 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,488 to the NHS. This is 288.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
144
Jun 2026
120
Jun 2026
111
Jun 2026
97
Jun 2026
161
Jun 2026
145
Jun 2026
117
Jun 2026
125
Jun 2026
150
Jun 2026
105
Jun 2026
135
Jun 2026
131
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,541 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 115,374 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,488 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +288.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,541 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +288.8% 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.