Desogestrel Prescribing at CAVERSHAM GROUP PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
533
Total Quantity
53.6K
NHS Cost
£1.6K
vs National Avg
+34.5%
CAVERSHAM GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 533 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,553 to the NHS. This is 34.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
44
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 533 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 53,554 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,553 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +34.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 533 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +34.5% 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.