Desogestrel Prescribing at BEACON MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,310
Total Quantity
98.1K
NHS Cost
£3.0K
vs National Avg
+230.5%
BEACON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 1,310 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,960 to the NHS. This is 230.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
126
Jun 2026
106
Jun 2026
126
Jun 2026
114
Jun 2026
105
Jun 2026
123
Jun 2026
117
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
130
Jun 2026
92
Jun 2026
102
Jun 2026
92
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,310 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 98,076 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,960 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +230.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,310 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +230.5% 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.