Desogestrel Prescribing at CANTERBURY MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
823
Total Quantity
95.4K
NHS Cost
£4.3K
vs National Avg
+107.6%
CANTERBURY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 823 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,273 to the NHS. This is 107.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
45
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 823 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 95,380 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,273 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +107.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 823 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +107.6% 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.