Desogestrel Prescribing at WELLBROOK MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,141
Total Quantity
129.1K
NHS Cost
£3.5K
vs National Avg
+187.8%
WELLBROOK MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,141 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,525 to the NHS. This is 187.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
105
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
100
Jun 2026
119
Jun 2026
102
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
89
Jun 2026
108
Jun 2026
89
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
89
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,141 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 129,066 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,525 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +187.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,141 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +187.8% 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.