Desogestrel Prescribing at OULTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
485
Total Quantity
92.8K
NHS Cost
£2.6K
vs National Avg
+22.4%
OULTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 485 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,639 to the NHS. This is 22.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
20
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 485 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 92,827 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,639 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +22.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 485 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +22.4% 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.