Desogestrel Prescribing at LONGTOWN MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
153
Total Quantity
19.6K
NHS Cost
£689
vs National Avg
-61.4%
LONGTOWN MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 153 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £689 to the NHS. This is 61.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
9
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 153 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 19,630 |
| Total NHS Cost | £689 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -61.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 153 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -61.4% 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.