Desogestrel Prescribing at WESTLANDS MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
489
Total Quantity
62.1K
NHS Cost
£1.8K
vs National Avg
+23.4%
WESTLANDS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 489 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,802 to the NHS. This is 23.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
33
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 489 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 62,118 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,802 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +23.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 489 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +23.4% 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.