Desogestrel Prescribing at NEWCASTLE MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
321
Total Quantity
64.7K
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
-19%
NEWCASTLE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 321 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,304 to the NHS. This is 19% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
26
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 321 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 64,690 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,304 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -19% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 321 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -19% 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.