Desogestrel Prescribing at PENNYGATE MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,229
Total Quantity
131.1K
NHS Cost
£4.6K
vs National Avg
+210%
PENNYGATE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,229 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,650 to the NHS. This is 210% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
107
Jun 2026
95
Jun 2026
106
Jun 2026
101
Jun 2026
108
Jun 2026
100
Jun 2026
114
Jun 2026
103
Jun 2026
99
Jun 2026
103
Jun 2026
100
Jun 2026
93
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,229 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 131,116 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,650 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +210% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,229 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +210% 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.