Desogestrel Prescribing at GREAT OAKLEY MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,005
Total Quantity
127.9K
NHS Cost
£3.8K
vs National Avg
+153.5%
GREAT OAKLEY MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,005 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,762 to the NHS. This is 153.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
87
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
101
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
88
Jul 2026
87
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
78
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,005 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 127,946 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,762 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +153.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,005 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +153.5% 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.