Desogestrel Prescribing at MINEHEAD MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
671
Total Quantity
58.9K
NHS Cost
£1.7K
vs National Avg
+69.3%
MINEHEAD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 671 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,728 to the NHS. This is 69.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
59
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 671 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 58,940 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,728 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +69.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 671 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +69.3% 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.