Desogestrel Prescribing at LITCHDON MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
755
Total Quantity
122.9K
NHS Cost
£3.4K
vs National Avg
+90.5%
LITCHDON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 755 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,365 to the NHS. This is 90.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
62
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 755 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 122,883 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,365 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +90.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 755 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +90.5% 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.