Desogestrel Prescribing at SWANSCOMBE HEALTH CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,484
Total Quantity
174.0K
NHS Cost
£4.8K
vs National Avg
+274.4%
SWANSCOMBE HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 1,484 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,839 to the NHS. This is 274.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
111
Jul 2026
130
Jul 2026
141
Jul 2026
121
Jul 2026
110
Jul 2026
143
Jul 2026
116
Jul 2026
122
Jul 2026
128
Jul 2026
114
Jul 2026
120
Jul 2026
128
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,484 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 174,001 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,839 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +274.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,484 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +274.4% 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.