Desogestrel Prescribing at CENTRAL GATESHEAD MEDICAL GROUP
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
349
Total Quantity
58.7K
NHS Cost
£2.0K
vs National Avg
-12%
CENTRAL GATESHEAD MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 349 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,025 to the NHS. This is 12% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
23
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 349 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 58,709 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,025 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -12% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 349 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -12% 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.