Desogestrel Prescribing at CENTRAL SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
590
Total Quantity
126.6K
NHS Cost
£3.7K
vs National Avg
+48.8%
CENTRAL SURGERY prescribed 590 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,687 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
42
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
45
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 590 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 126,574 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,687 |
| Presentations | 3 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.