Desogestrel Prescribing at NORTHUMBERLAND HEATH MED.CTR.
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
423
Total Quantity
60.6K
NHS Cost
£2.6K
vs National Avg
+6.7%
NORTHUMBERLAND HEATH MED.CTR. prescribed 423 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,625 to the NHS. This is 6.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
26
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 423 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 60,583 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,625 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +6.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 423 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +6.7% 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.