Desogestrel Prescribing at ST JOHN'S MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
384
Total Quantity
69.6K
NHS Cost
£2.1K
vs National Avg
-3.1%
ST JOHN'S MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 384 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,143 to the NHS. This is 3.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
19
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 384 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 69,608 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,143 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -3.1% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 384 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -3.1% 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.