Desogestrel Prescribing at CHINEHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,273
Total Quantity
133.8K
NHS Cost
£4.6K
vs National Avg
+221.1%
CHINEHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 1,273 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,622 to the NHS. This is 221.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
114
Jul 2026
101
Jul 2026
115
Jul 2026
108
Jul 2026
116
Jul 2026
95
Jul 2026
88
Jul 2026
110
Jul 2026
124
Jul 2026
94
Jul 2026
108
Jul 2026
100
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,273 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 133,756 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,622 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +221.1% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,273 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +221.1% 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.