Desogestrel Prescribing at WATLINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
417
Total Quantity
38.5K
NHS Cost
£1.2K
vs National Avg
+5.2%
WATLINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 417 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,224 to the NHS. This is 5.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
40
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 417 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 38,472 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,224 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +5.2% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 417 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +5.2% 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.