Desogestrel Prescribing at DERWENT VALLEY MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
670
Total Quantity
82.4K
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
+69%
DERWENT VALLEY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 670 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,341 to the NHS. This is 69% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
46
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 670 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 82,366 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,341 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +69% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 670 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +69% 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.