Desogestrel Prescribing at THE BLENHEIM MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
520
Total Quantity
44.2K
NHS Cost
£1.3K
vs National Avg
+31.2%
THE BLENHEIM MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 520 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,304 to the NHS. This is 31.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
46
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 520 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 44,212 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,304 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +31.2% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 520 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +31.2% 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.