Desogestrel Prescribing at AW SURGERIES
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
950
Total Quantity
162.7K
NHS Cost
£6.5K
vs National Avg
+139.7%
AW SURGERIES prescribed 950 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,488 to the NHS. This is 139.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
95
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
99
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
96
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
80
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 950 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 162,655 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,488 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +139.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 950 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +139.7% 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.