Desogestrel Prescribing at SANDY HEALTH CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
540
Total Quantity
61.7K
NHS Cost
£1.8K
vs National Avg
+36.2%
SANDY HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 540 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,750 to the NHS. This is 36.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
31
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 540 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 61,698 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,750 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +36.2% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 540 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +36.2% 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.