Desogestrel Prescribing at BECKINGTON FAMILY PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
465
Total Quantity
63.4K
NHS Cost
£2.0K
vs National Avg
+17.3%
BECKINGTON FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 465 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,955 to the NHS. This is 17.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
26
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 465 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 63,436 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,955 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +17.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 465 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +17.3% 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.