Desogestrel Prescribing at ST ALBANS MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
464
Total Quantity
58.5K
NHS Cost
£1.9K
vs National Avg
+17.1%
ST ALBANS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 464 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,851 to the NHS. This is 17.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
27
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 464 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 58,485 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,851 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +17.1% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 464 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +17.1% 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.