Desogestrel Prescribing at HADLEIGH HEALTH CENTRE

Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders

Items (12m)
1,347
Total Quantity
105.1K
NHS Cost
£3.4K
vs National Avg
+239.8%

HADLEIGH HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 1,347 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,358 to the NHS. This is 239.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026
117
Jul 2026
115
Jul 2026
107
Jul 2026
131
Jul 2026
111
Jul 2026
114
Jul 2026
112
Jul 2026
114
Jul 2026
117
Jul 2026
97
Jul 2026
105
Jul 2026
107

Prescribing Details

Total Items1,347
Total Quantity105,125
Total NHS Cost£3,358
Presentations4 different forms
vs National Average+239.8%

Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison

This practice1,347 items
National average per practice396 items
Difference+239.8% vs national average
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.