Desogestrel Prescribing at HIGHVIEW MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
319
Total Quantity
35.7K
NHS Cost
£1.2K
vs National Avg
-19.5%
HIGHVIEW MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 319 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,199 to the NHS. This is 19.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
23
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 319 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 35,728 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,199 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -19.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 319 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -19.5% 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.