Desogestrel Prescribing at PETERSGATE MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
846
Total Quantity
83.9K
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
+113.4%
PETERSGATE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 846 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,288 to the NHS. This is 113.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
91
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
76
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 846 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 83,874 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,288 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +113.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 846 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +113.4% 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.