Desogestrel Prescribing at BEECHWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
572
Total Quantity
70.3K
NHS Cost
£2.1K
vs National Avg
+44.3%
BEECHWOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 572 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,111 to the NHS. This is 44.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
54
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 572 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 70,300 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,111 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +44.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 572 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +44.3% 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.