Desogestrel Prescribing at AVON VALLEY PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
753
Total Quantity
65.2K
NHS Cost
£1.9K
vs National Avg
+90%
AVON VALLEY PRACTICE prescribed 753 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,858 to the NHS. This is 90% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
64
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 753 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 65,212 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,858 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +90% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 753 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +90% 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.