Desogestrel Prescribing at CASTLEGATE AND DERWENT SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,628
Total Quantity
140.9K
NHS Cost
£4.6K
vs National Avg
+310.7%
CASTLEGATE AND DERWENT SURGERY prescribed 1,628 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,643 to the NHS. This is 310.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
144
Jun 2026
139
Jun 2026
135
Jun 2026
140
Jun 2026
144
Jun 2026
151
Jun 2026
122
Jun 2026
125
Jun 2026
141
Jun 2026
116
Jun 2026
122
Jun 2026
149
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,628 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 140,851 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,643 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +310.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,628 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +310.7% 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.