Desogestrel Prescribing at NORTHGATE MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
350
Total Quantity
50.4K
NHS Cost
£1.9K
vs National Avg
-11.7%
NORTHGATE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 350 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,901 to the NHS. This is 11.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
29
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 350 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 50,351 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,901 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -11.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 350 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -11.7% 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.