Desogestrel Prescribing at EMPINGHAM MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
600
Total Quantity
52.3K
NHS Cost
£1.8K
vs National Avg
+51.4%
EMPINGHAM MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 600 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,788 to the NHS. This is 51.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
42
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 600 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 52,252 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,788 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +51.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 600 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +51.4% 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.