Desogestrel Prescribing at HAWTHORN MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
554
Total Quantity
48.1K
NHS Cost
£1.5K
vs National Avg
+39.8%
HAWTHORN MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 554 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,469 to the NHS. This is 39.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
35
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 554 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 48,132 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,469 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +39.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 554 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +39.8% 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.