Desogestrel Prescribing at MELBOURNE PARK MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
447
Total Quantity
64.9K
NHS Cost
£2.0K
vs National Avg
+12.8%
MELBOURNE PARK MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 447 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,972 to the NHS. This is 12.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
28
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 447 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 64,863 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,972 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +12.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 447 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +12.8% 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.