Desogestrel Prescribing at ABBEY MEADS MEDICAL PRACT
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
692
Total Quantity
83.9K
NHS Cost
£2.6K
vs National Avg
+74.6%
ABBEY MEADS MEDICAL PRACT prescribed 692 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,603 to the NHS. This is 74.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
33
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 692 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 83,914 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,603 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +74.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 692 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +74.6% 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.