Desogestrel Prescribing at ANCHOR MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
455
Total Quantity
69.8K
NHS Cost
£2.7K
vs National Avg
+14.8%
ANCHOR MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 455 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,717 to the NHS. This is 14.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
39
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 455 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 69,832 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,717 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +14.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 455 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +14.8% 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.