Desogestrel Prescribing at STENHOUSE MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
990
Total Quantity
120.1K
NHS Cost
£3.6K
vs National Avg
+149.7%
STENHOUSE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 990 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,580 to the NHS. This is 149.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
92
Jul 2026
99
Jul 2026
93
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
90
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
71
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 990 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 120,057 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,580 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +149.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 990 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +149.7% 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.