Desogestrel Prescribing at DALTON SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
418
Total Quantity
43.1K
NHS Cost
£1.7K
vs National Avg
+5.4%
DALTON SURGERY prescribed 418 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,719 to the NHS. This is 5.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
33
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 418 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 43,064 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,719 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +5.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 418 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +5.4% 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.