Desogestrel Prescribing at FROME MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,442
Total Quantity
179.0K
NHS Cost
£4.9K
vs National Avg
+263.8%
FROME MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,442 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,900 to the NHS. This is 263.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
136
Jul 2026
125
Jul 2026
127
Jul 2026
118
Jul 2026
94
Jul 2026
131
Jul 2026
115
Jul 2026
118
Jul 2026
126
Jul 2026
111
Jul 2026
115
Jul 2026
126
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,442 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 178,962 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,900 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +263.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,442 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +263.8% 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.