Desogestrel Prescribing at SHEPPEY HEALTHY LIVING CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
995
Total Quantity
85.2K
NHS Cost
£2.7K
vs National Avg
+151%
SHEPPEY HEALTHY LIVING CENTRE prescribed 995 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,749 to the NHS. This is 151% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
92
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
91
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
96
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
87
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
77
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 995 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 85,218 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,749 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +151% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 995 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +151% 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.