Desogestrel Prescribing at PRESCOT MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
339
Total Quantity
39.6K
NHS Cost
£1.7K
vs National Avg
-14.5%
PRESCOT MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 339 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,712 to the NHS. This is 14.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
21
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 339 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 39,565 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,712 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -14.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 339 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -14.5% 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.