Desogestrel Prescribing at FOUNTAIN MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,144
Total Quantity
97.7K
NHS Cost
£2.7K
vs National Avg
+188.6%
FOUNTAIN MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,144 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,691 to the NHS. This is 188.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
137
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
95
Jun 2026
118
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
94
Jun 2026
109
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
100
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
84
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,144 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 97,668 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,691 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +188.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,144 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +188.6% 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.