Desogestrel Prescribing at WITTERINGS MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
359
Total Quantity
47.1K
NHS Cost
£1.6K
vs National Avg
-9.4%
WITTERINGS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 359 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,615 to the NHS. This is 9.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
26
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 359 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 47,148 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,615 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | -9.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 359 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -9.4% 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.