Desogestrel Prescribing at HIGHBRIDGE MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
953
Total Quantity
120.1K
NHS Cost
£3.4K
vs National Avg
+140.4%
HIGHBRIDGE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 953 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,394 to the NHS. This is 140.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
96
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
91
Jun 2026
57
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 953 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 120,148 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,394 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +140.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 953 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +140.4% 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.