Desogestrel Prescribing at CAYTHORPE & ANCASTER MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
809
Total Quantity
67.7K
NHS Cost
£2.1K
vs National Avg
+104.1%
CAYTHORPE & ANCASTER MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 809 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,061 to the NHS. This is 104.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
62
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 809 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 67,699 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,061 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +104.1% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 809 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +104.1% 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.