Desogestrel Prescribing at CHEAM FAMILY PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
448
Total Quantity
50.1K
NHS Cost
£1.5K
vs National Avg
+13%
CHEAM FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 448 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,527 to the NHS. This is 13% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
41
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 448 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 50,071 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,527 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +13% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 448 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +13% 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.