Desogestrel Prescribing at HERRINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
664
Total Quantity
110.7K
NHS Cost
£3.7K
vs National Avg
+67.5%
HERRINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 664 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,708 to the NHS. This is 67.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
46
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 664 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 110,727 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,708 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +67.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 664 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +67.5% 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.