Desogestrel Prescribing at COLNE VALLEY GROUP PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
570
Total Quantity
65.2K
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
+43.8%
COLNE VALLEY GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 570 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,329 to the NHS. This is 43.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
40
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 570 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 65,187 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,329 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +43.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 570 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +43.8% 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.