Desogestrel Prescribing at CLOSE FARM SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
642
Total Quantity
71.7K
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+62%
CLOSE FARM SURGERY prescribed 642 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,153 to the NHS. This is 62% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
60
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 642 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 71,740 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,153 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +62% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 642 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +62% 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.