Desogestrel Prescribing at SAXONBROOK MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,271
Total Quantity
109.9K
NHS Cost
£3.3K
vs National Avg
+220.6%
SAXONBROOK MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,271 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,311 to the NHS. This is 220.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
110
Jul 2026
100
Jul 2026
130
Jul 2026
119
Jul 2026
97
Jul 2026
120
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
96
Jul 2026
118
Jul 2026
98
Jul 2026
98
Jul 2026
96
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,271 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 109,861 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,311 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +220.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,271 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +220.6% 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.