Desogestrel Prescribing at CARLISLE HEALTHCARE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,679
Total Quantity
296.8K
NHS Cost
£9.7K
vs National Avg
+323.6%
CARLISLE HEALTHCARE prescribed 1,679 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,688 to the NHS. This is 323.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
157
Jul 2026
141
Jul 2026
150
Jul 2026
134
Jul 2026
154
Jul 2026
136
Jul 2026
135
Jul 2026
106
Jul 2026
142
Jul 2026
138
Jul 2026
150
Jul 2026
136
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,679 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 296,766 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,688 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +323.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,679 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +323.6% 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.