Desogestrel Prescribing at BEACON PRIMARY CARE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
568
Total Quantity
107.3K
NHS Cost
£4.0K
vs National Avg
+43.3%
BEACON PRIMARY CARE prescribed 568 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,988 to the NHS. This is 43.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
28
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 568 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 107,345 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,988 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +43.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 568 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +43.3% 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.