Desogestrel Prescribing at OAK VALE MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
537
Total Quantity
57.9K
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+35.5%
OAK VALE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 537 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,176 to the NHS. This is 35.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
40
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 537 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 57,885 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,176 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +35.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 537 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +35.5% 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.