Desogestrel Prescribing at ORRELL PARK MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
312
Total Quantity
33.6K
NHS Cost
£1.3K
vs National Avg
-21.3%
ORRELL PARK MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 312 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,288 to the NHS. This is 21.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
27
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 312 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 33,558 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,288 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | -21.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 312 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -21.3% 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.