Desogestrel Prescribing at ALTRINCHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE

Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders

Items (12m)

233

Total Quantity

30.1K

NHS Cost

£892

vs National Avg

-41.2%

ALTRINCHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 233 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £892 to the NHS. This is 41.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	233
Total Quantity	30,100
Total NHS Cost	£892
Presentations	5 different forms
vs National Average	-41.2%

Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison

This practice	233 items
National average per practice	396 items
Difference	-41.2% 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.