Desogestrel Prescribing at GARFORTH MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,052
Total Quantity
110.7K
NHS Cost
£3.8K
vs National Avg
+165.4%
GARFORTH MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,052 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,783 to the NHS. This is 165.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
93
Jun 2026
121
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
88
Jun 2026
94
Jun 2026
84
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
89
Jun 2026
75
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,052 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 110,731 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,783 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +165.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,052 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +165.4% 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.