Desogestrel Prescribing at TUNSTALL PRIMARY CARE CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
566
Total Quantity
69.1K
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
+42.8%
TUNSTALL PRIMARY CARE CENTRE prescribed 566 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,394 to the NHS. This is 42.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
52
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 566 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 69,065 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,394 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +42.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 566 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +42.8% 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.