Desogestrel Prescribing at UEA MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
692
Total Quantity
171.7K
NHS Cost
£4.7K
vs National Avg
+74.6%
UEA MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 692 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,748 to the NHS. This is 74.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
47
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 692 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 171,671 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,748 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +74.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 692 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +74.6% 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.