Desogestrel Prescribing at FAIRFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
230
Total Quantity
47.8K
NHS Cost
£2.1K
vs National Avg
-42%
FAIRFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 230 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,078 to the NHS. This is 42% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
26
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 230 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 47,824 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,078 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -42% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 230 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -42% 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.