Desogestrel Prescribing at LOWTHER MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
467
Total Quantity
86.0K
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
+17.8%
LOWTHER MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 467 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,391 to the NHS. This is 17.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
39
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 467 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 86,016 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,391 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +17.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 467 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +17.8% 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.