Desogestrel Prescribing at ST LUKES PRIMARY CARE CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,573
Total Quantity
145.2K
NHS Cost
£4.5K
vs National Avg
+296.8%
ST LUKES PRIMARY CARE CENTRE prescribed 1,573 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,532 to the NHS. This is 296.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
109
Jul 2026
117
Jul 2026
151
Jul 2026
126
Jul 2026
140
Jul 2026
140
Jul 2026
138
Jul 2026
130
Jul 2026
147
Jul 2026
120
Jul 2026
135
Jul 2026
120
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,573 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 145,192 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,532 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +296.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,573 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +296.8% 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.