Desogestrel Prescribing at DIDCOT HEALTH CENTRE PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,334
Total Quantity
169.8K
NHS Cost
£4.9K
vs National Avg
+236.5%
DIDCOT HEALTH CENTRE PRACTICE prescribed 1,334 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,924 to the NHS. This is 236.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
122
Jun 2026
95
Jun 2026
127
Jun 2026
98
Jun 2026
111
Jun 2026
119
Jun 2026
106
Jun 2026
118
Jun 2026
102
Jun 2026
96
Jun 2026
125
Jun 2026
115
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,334 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 169,757 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,924 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +236.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,334 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +236.5% 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.