Desogestrel Prescribing at SHEPHERDS SPRING MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,409
Total Quantity
123.4K
NHS Cost
£3.6K
vs National Avg
+255.5%
SHEPHERDS SPRING MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,409 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,556 to the NHS. This is 255.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
134
Jun 2026
117
Jun 2026
111
Jun 2026
114
Jun 2026
126
Jun 2026
113
Jun 2026
114
Jun 2026
121
Jun 2026
116
Jun 2026
117
Jun 2026
116
Jun 2026
110
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,409 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 123,368 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,556 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +255.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,409 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +255.5% 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.