Desogestrel Prescribing at CATERHAM VALLEY MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
480
Total Quantity
50.9K
NHS Cost
£1.9K
vs National Avg
+21.1%
CATERHAM VALLEY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 480 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,890 to the NHS. This is 21.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
31
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 480 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 50,918 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,890 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +21.1% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 480 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +21.1% 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.