Desogestrel Prescribing at CARITAS GENERAL PRACTICE PARTNERSHIP
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
826
Total Quantity
66.4K
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
+108.4%
CARITAS GENERAL PRACTICE PARTNERSHIP prescribed 826 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,305 to the NHS. This is 108.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
63
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 826 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 66,360 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,305 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +108.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 826 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +108.4% 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.