Desogestrel Prescribing at BEDMINSTER FAMILY PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
730
Total Quantity
74.7K
NHS Cost
£2.1K
vs National Avg
+84.2%
BEDMINSTER FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 730 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,089 to the NHS. This is 84.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
39
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 730 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 74,704 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,089 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +84.2% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 730 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +84.2% 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.