Desogestrel Prescribing at ABBEY SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,160
Total Quantity
73.7K
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+192.6%
ABBEY SURGERY prescribed 1,160 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,167 to the NHS. This is 192.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
102
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
113
Jun 2026
104
Jun 2026
91
Jun 2026
108
Jun 2026
107
Jun 2026
91
Jun 2026
100
Jun 2026
92
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
79
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,160 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 73,663 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,167 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +192.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,160 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +192.6% 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.