Desogestrel Prescribing at TOWCESTER MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
791
Total Quantity
103.2K
NHS Cost
£3.4K
vs National Avg
+99.5%
TOWCESTER MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 791 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,433 to the NHS. This is 99.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
64
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 791 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 103,244 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,433 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +99.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 791 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +99.5% 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.