Desogestrel Prescribing at WELLFIELD HEALTH CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
452
Total Quantity
50.1K
NHS Cost
£1.5K
vs National Avg
+14%
WELLFIELD HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 452 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,462 to the NHS. This is 14% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
38
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 452 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 50,057 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,462 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +14% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 452 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +14% 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.