Desogestrel Prescribing at BUDSHEAD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
552
Total Quantity
61.2K
NHS Cost
£1.8K
vs National Avg
+39.3%
BUDSHEAD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 552 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,755 to the NHS. This is 39.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
32
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 552 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 61,161 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,755 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +39.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 552 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +39.3% 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.