Desogestrel Prescribing at DERWENT PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,675
Total Quantity
147.0K
NHS Cost
£4.8K
vs National Avg
+322.6%
DERWENT PRACTICE prescribed 1,675 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,843 to the NHS. This is 322.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
145
Jun 2026
132
Jun 2026
146
Jun 2026
162
Jun 2026
121
Jun 2026
155
Jun 2026
137
Jun 2026
144
Jun 2026
148
Jun 2026
117
Jun 2026
131
Jun 2026
137
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,675 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 147,016 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,843 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +322.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,675 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +322.6% 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.