Desogestrel Prescribing at WELLINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,200
Total Quantity
110.9K
NHS Cost
£3.5K
vs National Avg
+202.7%
WELLINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,200 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,507 to the NHS. This is 202.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
95
Jul 2026
104
Jul 2026
104
Jul 2026
103
Jul 2026
97
Jul 2026
102
Jul 2026
91
Jul 2026
109
Jul 2026
100
Jul 2026
90
Jul 2026
107
Jul 2026
98
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,200 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 110,929 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,507 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +202.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,200 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +202.7% 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.