Desogestrel Prescribing at PARKSIDE MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
800
Total Quantity
82.6K
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
+101.8%
PARKSIDE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 800 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,297 to the NHS. This is 101.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
75
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 800 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 82,648 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,297 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +101.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 800 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +101.8% 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.