Desogestrel Prescribing at POTTERIES MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
462
Total Quantity
77.8K
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+16.5%
POTTERIES MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 462 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,165 to the NHS. This is 16.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
38
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 462 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 77,784 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,165 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +16.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 462 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +16.5% 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.