Desogestrel Prescribing at BARLBOROUGH MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
593
Total Quantity
68.5K
NHS Cost
£1.9K
vs National Avg
+49.6%
BARLBOROUGH MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 593 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,916 to the NHS. This is 49.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
38
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 593 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 68,506 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,916 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +49.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 593 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +49.6% 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.