Desogestrel Prescribing at SHAWBIRCH MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
776
Total Quantity
181.8K
NHS Cost
£9.0K
vs National Avg
+95.8%
SHAWBIRCH MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 776 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,985 to the NHS. This is 95.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
67
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 776 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 181,797 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,985 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +95.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 776 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +95.8% 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.