Desogestrel Prescribing at LIME GROVE MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
495
Total Quantity
58.2K
NHS Cost
£1.6K
vs National Avg
+24.9%
LIME GROVE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 495 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,646 to the NHS. This is 24.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
42
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 495 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 58,176 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,646 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +24.9% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 495 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +24.9% 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.