Desogestrel Prescribing at THORNTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
841
Total Quantity
74.9K
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
+112.2%
THORNTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 841 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,268 to the NHS. This is 112.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
90
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
62
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 841 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 74,939 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,268 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +112.2% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 841 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +112.2% 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.