Desogestrel Prescribing at BEACON MEDICAL
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
507
Total Quantity
56.7K
NHS Cost
£1.7K
vs National Avg
+27.9%
BEACON MEDICAL prescribed 507 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,705 to the NHS. This is 27.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
19
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
28
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 507 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 56,672 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,705 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +27.9% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 507 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +27.9% 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.