Desogestrel Prescribing at ST JAMES MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,151
Total Quantity
123.5K
NHS Cost
£3.6K
vs National Avg
+190.4%
ST JAMES MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,151 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,610 to the NHS. This is 190.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
108
Jul 2026
94
Jul 2026
105
Jul 2026
87
Jul 2026
101
Jul 2026
87
Jul 2026
98
Jul 2026
113
Jul 2026
101
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
97
Jul 2026
80
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,151 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 123,456 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,610 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +190.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,151 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +190.4% 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.