Desogestrel Prescribing at SHAFTESBURY MEDICAL CTR.
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
666
Total Quantity
134.3K
NHS Cost
£3.8K
vs National Avg
+68%
SHAFTESBURY MEDICAL CTR. prescribed 666 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,780 to the NHS. This is 68% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
62
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 666 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 134,258 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,780 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +68% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 666 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +68% 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.