Desogestrel Prescribing at HEATON MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
509
Total Quantity
62.5K
NHS Cost
£1.9K
vs National Avg
+28.4%
HEATON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 509 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,850 to the NHS. This is 28.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
32
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 509 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 62,537 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,850 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +28.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 509 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +28.4% 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.