Desogestrel Prescribing at OAK TREE HEALTH CENTRE

Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders

Items (12m)

1,143

Total Quantity

158.4K

NHS Cost

£4.8K

vs National Avg

+188.3%

OAK TREE HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 1,143 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,758 to the NHS. This is 188.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

108

Jul 2026

101

Jul 2026

113

Jul 2026

105

Prescribing Details

Total Items	1,143
Total Quantity	158,392
Total NHS Cost	£4,758
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+188.3%

Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison

This practice	1,143 items
National average per practice	396 items
Difference	+188.3% 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.