Desogestrel Prescribing at DURNFORD MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
637
Total Quantity
71.4K
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
+60.7%
DURNFORD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 637 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,364 to the NHS. This is 60.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
60
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 637 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 71,414 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,364 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +60.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 637 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +60.7% 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.