Desogestrel Prescribing at DASHWOOD MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
660
Total Quantity
68.2K
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
+66.5%
DASHWOOD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 660 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,392 to the NHS. This is 66.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
55
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 660 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 68,185 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,392 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +66.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 660 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +66.5% 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.