Desogestrel Prescribing at THE ELMS MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
778
Total Quantity
87.9K
NHS Cost
£2.9K
vs National Avg
+96.3%
THE ELMS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 778 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,906 to the NHS. This is 96.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
64
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 778 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 87,857 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,906 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +96.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 778 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +96.3% 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.