Desogestrel Prescribing at ST. GEORGE'S MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
837
Total Quantity
142.3K
NHS Cost
£5.1K
vs National Avg
+111.2%
ST. GEORGE'S MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 837 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,055 to the NHS. This is 111.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
67
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 837 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 142,295 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,055 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +111.2% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 837 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +111.2% 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.