Desogestrel Prescribing at BLACKETTS MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
750
Total Quantity
77.2K
NHS Cost
£2.7K
vs National Avg
+89.2%
BLACKETTS MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 750 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,658 to the NHS. This is 89.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
66
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 750 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 77,247 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,658 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +89.2% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 750 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +89.2% 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.