Desogestrel Prescribing at ALCHESTER MEDICAL GROUP
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
790
Total Quantity
178.1K
NHS Cost
£4.9K
vs National Avg
+99.3%
ALCHESTER MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 790 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,940 to the NHS. This is 99.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
72
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 790 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 178,136 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,940 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +99.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 790 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +99.3% 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.