Desogestrel Prescribing at NEWLANDS MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
445
Total Quantity
60.4K
NHS Cost
£2.0K
vs National Avg
+12.3%
NEWLANDS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 445 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,954 to the NHS. This is 12.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
33
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 445 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 60,426 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,954 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +12.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 445 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +12.3% 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.