Desogestrel Prescribing at WALKDEN MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
568
Total Quantity
58.9K
NHS Cost
£2.1K
vs National Avg
+43.3%
WALKDEN MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 568 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,123 to the NHS. This is 43.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 568 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 58,919 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,123 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +43.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 568 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +43.3% 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.