Desogestrel Prescribing at ALEXANDRA & CRESTVIEW SURGERIES
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
509
Total Quantity
90.2K
NHS Cost
£3.1K
vs National Avg
+28.4%
ALEXANDRA & CRESTVIEW SURGERIES prescribed 509 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,147 to the NHS. This is 28.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
37
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 509 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 90,195 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,147 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +28.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 509 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +28.4% 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.