Desogestrel Prescribing at HIGHCLIFFE MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
687
Total Quantity
67.6K
NHS Cost
£2.0K
vs National Avg
+73.3%
HIGHCLIFFE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 687 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,016 to the NHS. This is 73.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
55
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 687 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 67,641 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,016 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +73.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 687 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +73.3% 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.