Desogestrel Prescribing at MEADOWSIDE MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
330
Total Quantity
57.2K
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
-16.8%
MEADOWSIDE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 330 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,417 to the NHS. This is 16.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
20
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 330 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 57,247 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,417 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -16.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 330 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -16.8% 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.