Desogestrel Prescribing at CEDAR MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
590
Total Quantity
76.8K
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
+48.8%
CEDAR MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 590 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,370 to the NHS. This is 48.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
57
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 590 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 76,824 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,370 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +48.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 590 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +48.8% 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.