Desogestrel Prescribing at TALBOT MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,546
Total Quantity
228.4K
NHS Cost
£6.9K
vs National Avg
+290%
TALBOT MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,546 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,887 to the NHS. This is 290% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
160
Jun 2026
143
Jun 2026
133
Jun 2026
99
Jun 2026
122
Jun 2026
149
Jun 2026
142
Jun 2026
115
Jun 2026
142
Jun 2026
133
Jun 2026
112
Jun 2026
96
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,546 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 228,416 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,887 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +290% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,546 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +290% 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.