Desogestrel Prescribing at HOLBEACH MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
830
Total Quantity
64.1K
NHS Cost
£1.8K
vs National Avg
+109.4%
HOLBEACH MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 830 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,769 to the NHS. This is 109.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
91
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
92
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
71
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 830 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 64,098 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,769 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +109.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 830 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +109.4% 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.