Desogestrel Prescribing at MAYFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,216
Total Quantity
101.6K
NHS Cost
£3.5K
vs National Avg
+206.8%
MAYFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,216 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,478 to the NHS. This is 206.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
114
Jun 2026
96
Jun 2026
112
Jun 2026
108
Jun 2026
100
Jun 2026
102
Jun 2026
107
Jun 2026
109
Jun 2026
101
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
102
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,216 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 101,577 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,478 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +206.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,216 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +206.8% 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.