Desogestrel Prescribing at THE SPIRES HEALTH CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
603
Total Quantity
53.6K
NHS Cost
£1.7K
vs National Avg
+52.1%
THE SPIRES HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 603 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,716 to the NHS. This is 52.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
39
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 603 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 53,599 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,716 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +52.1% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 603 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +52.1% 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.