Desogestrel Prescribing at LITTLEBURY MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
920
Total Quantity
74.5K
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
+132.1%
LITTLEBURY MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 920 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,354 to the NHS. This is 132.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
92
Jul 2026
65
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 920 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 74,529 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,354 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +132.1% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 920 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +132.1% 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.