Desogestrel Prescribing at HELSTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
979
Total Quantity
82.4K
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
+147%
HELSTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 979 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,321 to the NHS. This is 147% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
87
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
97
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
66
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 979 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 82,446 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,321 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +147% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 979 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +147% 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.