Desogestrel Prescribing at FOUR ACRE HEALTH CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
486
Total Quantity
48.4K
NHS Cost
£1.6K
vs National Avg
+22.6%
FOUR ACRE HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 486 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,566 to the NHS. This is 22.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
29
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 486 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 48,412 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,566 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +22.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 486 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +22.6% 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.