Desogestrel Prescribing at ALTON STREET SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
724
Total Quantity
85.2K
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
+82.6%
ALTON STREET SURGERY prescribed 724 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,335 to the NHS. This is 82.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
61
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 724 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 85,214 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,335 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +82.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 724 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +82.6% 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.