Desogestrel Prescribing at BARTON SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
873
Total Quantity
101.6K
NHS Cost
£3.1K
vs National Avg
+120.2%
BARTON SURGERY prescribed 873 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,089 to the NHS. This is 120.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
84
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
70
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 873 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 101,595 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,089 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +120.2% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 873 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +120.2% 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.