Desogestrel Prescribing at BEECHCROFT AND OLD PALACE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
483
Total Quantity
58.7K
NHS Cost
£1.7K
vs National Avg
+21.8%
BEECHCROFT AND OLD PALACE prescribed 483 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,704 to the NHS. This is 21.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
32
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 483 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 58,675 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,704 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +21.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 483 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +21.8% 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.