Desogestrel Prescribing at LAUNCESTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,413
Total Quantity
131.3K
NHS Cost
£3.6K
vs National Avg
+256.5%
LAUNCESTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,413 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,576 to the NHS. This is 256.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
130
Jul 2026
117
Jul 2026
114
Jul 2026
126
Jul 2026
122
Jul 2026
127
Jul 2026
111
Jul 2026
134
Jul 2026
119
Jul 2026
100
Jul 2026
125
Jul 2026
88
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,413 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 131,329 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,576 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +256.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,413 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +256.5% 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.