Desogestrel Prescribing at OKEHAMPTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,427
Total Quantity
113.2K
NHS Cost
£3.2K
vs National Avg
+260%
OKEHAMPTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,427 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,223 to the NHS. This is 260% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
124
Jun 2026
127
Jun 2026
123
Jun 2026
122
Jun 2026
121
Jun 2026
130
Jun 2026
111
Jun 2026
125
Jun 2026
122
Jun 2026
105
Jun 2026
100
Jun 2026
117
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,427 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 113,175 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,223 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +260% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,427 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +260% 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.