Desogestrel Prescribing at SHIPSTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,084
Total Quantity
88.9K
NHS Cost
£2.9K
vs National Avg
+173.5%
SHIPSTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,084 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,884 to the NHS. This is 173.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
96
Jul 2026
93
Jul 2026
97
Jul 2026
96
Jul 2026
102
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
91
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
91
Jul 2026
90
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,084 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 88,930 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,884 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | +173.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,084 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +173.5% 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.