Desogestrel Prescribing at BROADSHIRES HEALTH CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,333
Total Quantity
146.3K
NHS Cost
£4.2K
vs National Avg
+236.3%
BROADSHIRES HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 1,333 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,222 to the NHS. This is 236.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
136
Jul 2026
115
Jul 2026
141
Jul 2026
120
Jul 2026
107
Jul 2026
101
Jul 2026
101
Jul 2026
121
Jul 2026
108
Jul 2026
90
Jul 2026
98
Jul 2026
95
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,333 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 146,255 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,222 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +236.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,333 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +236.3% 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.