Desogestrel Prescribing at DERBY ROAD GROUP PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,002
Total Quantity
129.4K
NHS Cost
£3.6K
vs National Avg
+152.8%
DERBY ROAD GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 1,002 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,585 to the NHS. This is 152.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
108
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
105
Jun 2026
91
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
93
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
101
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
68
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,002 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 129,364 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,585 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +152.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,002 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +152.8% 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.