Desogestrel Prescribing at ASHBOURNE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
732
Total Quantity
95.7K
NHS Cost
£2.6K
vs National Avg
+84.7%
ASHBOURNE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 732 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,564 to the NHS. This is 84.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
56
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 732 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 95,743 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,564 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +84.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 732 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +84.7% 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.