Desogestrel Prescribing at STRETTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
490
Total Quantity
47.7K
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+23.6%
STRETTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 490 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,181 to the NHS. This is 23.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
34
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 490 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 47,694 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,181 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +23.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 490 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +23.6% 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.