Desogestrel Prescribing at CAISTOR HEALTH CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
536
Total Quantity
46.1K
NHS Cost
£1.8K
vs National Avg
+35.2%
CAISTOR HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 536 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,812 to the NHS. This is 35.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
37
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 536 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 46,095 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,812 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +35.2% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 536 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +35.2% 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.