Desogestrel Prescribing at HEREWARD MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
890
Total Quantity
80.5K
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
+124.5%
HEREWARD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 890 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,278 to the NHS. This is 124.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
89
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
81
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 890 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 80,501 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,278 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +124.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 890 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +124.5% 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.