Desogestrel Prescribing at BRIDGEWATER SURGERIES
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,386
Total Quantity
132.4K
NHS Cost
£3.8K
vs National Avg
+249.6%
BRIDGEWATER SURGERIES prescribed 1,386 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,805 to the NHS. This is 249.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
121
Jun 2026
115
Jun 2026
127
Jun 2026
117
Jun 2026
109
Jun 2026
115
Jun 2026
113
Jun 2026
113
Jun 2026
115
Jun 2026
111
Jun 2026
106
Jun 2026
124
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,386 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 132,445 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,805 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +249.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,386 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +249.6% 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.