Desogestrel Prescribing at CENTRAL SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
470
Total Quantity
45.9K
NHS Cost
£1.4K
vs National Avg
+18.6%
CENTRAL SURGERY prescribed 470 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,399 to the NHS. This is 18.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
35
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 470 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 45,862 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,399 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +18.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 470 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +18.6% 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.