Desogestrel Prescribing at PARKSIDE MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
525
Total Quantity
73.5K
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+32.4%
PARKSIDE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 525 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,157 to the NHS. This is 32.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
45
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 525 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 73,500 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,157 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +32.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 525 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +32.4% 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.