Desogestrel Prescribing at PASTON HEALTH CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
858
Total Quantity
86.1K
NHS Cost
£3.4K
vs National Avg
+116.4%
PASTON HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 858 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,439 to the NHS. This is 116.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
99
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
87
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
19
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 858 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 86,106 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,439 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +116.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 858 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +116.4% 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.