Desogestrel Prescribing at DRYLAND MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,006
Total Quantity
104.8K
NHS Cost
£2.9K
vs National Avg
+153.8%
DRYLAND MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,006 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,895 to the NHS. This is 153.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
90
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
106
Jul 2026
88
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
88
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
84
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,006 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 104,776 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,895 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +153.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,006 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +153.8% 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.