Desogestrel Prescribing at ST. JOHNS MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
758
Total Quantity
87.9K
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
+91.2%
ST. JOHNS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 758 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,380 to the NHS. This is 91.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
42
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 758 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 87,876 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,380 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +91.2% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 758 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +91.2% 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.