Desogestrel Prescribing at LINDFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
430
Total Quantity
51.0K
NHS Cost
£1.5K
vs National Avg
+8.5%
LINDFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 430 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,474 to the NHS. This is 8.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
36
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 430 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 51,044 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,474 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +8.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 430 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +8.5% 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.