Desogestrel Prescribing at ST ALBANS MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
473
Total Quantity
58.7K
NHS Cost
£2.1K
vs National Avg
+19.3%
ST ALBANS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 473 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,082 to the NHS. This is 19.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
33
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 473 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 58,667 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,082 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +19.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 473 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +19.3% 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.