Desogestrel Prescribing at CASTLEHEAD MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
482
Total Quantity
43.6K
NHS Cost
£1.3K
vs National Avg
+21.6%
CASTLEHEAD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 482 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,313 to the NHS. This is 21.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
31
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 482 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 43,624 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,313 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +21.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 482 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +21.6% 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.