Desogestrel Prescribing at ST JAMES' MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
501
Total Quantity
44.0K
NHS Cost
£1.2K
vs National Avg
+26.4%
ST JAMES' MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 501 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,242 to the NHS. This is 26.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
42
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 501 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 43,988 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,242 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +26.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 501 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +26.4% 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.