Desogestrel Prescribing at SHEFFORD HEALTH CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,366
Total Quantity
120.1K
NHS Cost
£3.7K
vs National Avg
+244.6%
SHEFFORD HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 1,366 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,674 to the NHS. This is 244.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
128
Jun 2026
118
Jun 2026
127
Jun 2026
102
Jun 2026
128
Jun 2026
106
Jun 2026
113
Jun 2026
117
Jun 2026
118
Jun 2026
88
Jun 2026
131
Jun 2026
90
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,366 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 120,149 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,674 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +244.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,366 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +244.6% 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.