Desogestrel Prescribing at STAPENHILL MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
494
Total Quantity
73.3K
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
+24.6%
STAPENHILL MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 494 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,399 to the NHS. This is 24.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
44
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 494 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 73,341 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,399 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +24.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 494 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +24.6% 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.