Desogestrel Prescribing at BARNARD CASTLE SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
344
Total Quantity
62.9K
NHS Cost
£2.1K
vs National Avg
-13.2%
BARNARD CASTLE SURGERY prescribed 344 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,144 to the NHS. This is 13.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
32
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 344 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 62,916 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,144 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | -13.2% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 344 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -13.2% 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.