Desogestrel Prescribing at CASTLETON HEALTH CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
609
Total Quantity
62.4K
NHS Cost
£2.1K
vs National Avg
+53.6%
CASTLETON HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 609 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,149 to the NHS. This is 53.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
35
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 609 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 62,412 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,149 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +53.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 609 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +53.6% 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.