Desogestrel Prescribing at CASTLEFORD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
658
Total Quantity
72.8K
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+66%
CASTLEFORD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 658 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,170 to the NHS. This is 66% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
54
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 658 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 72,786 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,170 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +66% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 658 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +66% 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.