Desogestrel Prescribing at BLACKHALL AND PETERLEE PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
418
Total Quantity
80.6K
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
+5.4%
BLACKHALL AND PETERLEE PRACTICE prescribed 418 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,372 to the NHS. This is 5.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
35
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 418 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 80,580 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,372 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +5.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 418 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +5.4% 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.