Desogestrel Prescribing at PETERLOO MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
470
Total Quantity
46.5K
NHS Cost
£1.7K
vs National Avg
+18.6%
PETERLOO MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 470 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,658 to the NHS. This is 18.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
32
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 470 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 46,543 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,658 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +18.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 470 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +18.6% 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.