Desogestrel Prescribing at CAPTAIN FRENCH SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
535
Total Quantity
81.1K
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
+35%
CAPTAIN FRENCH SURGERY prescribed 535 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,449 to the NHS. This is 35% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
36
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 535 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 81,097 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,449 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +35% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 535 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +35% 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.