Desogestrel Prescribing at WESTBROOK MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
480
Total Quantity
84.3K
NHS Cost
£3.1K
vs National Avg
+21.1%
WESTBROOK MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 480 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,101 to the NHS. This is 21.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
34
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 480 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 84,278 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,101 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +21.1% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 480 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +21.1% 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.