Desogestrel Prescribing at DORDON & POLESWORTH GROUP PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
639
Total Quantity
80.7K
NHS Cost
£2.8K
vs National Avg
+61.2%
DORDON & POLESWORTH GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 639 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,806 to the NHS. This is 61.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
45
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 639 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 80,705 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,806 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +61.2% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 639 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +61.2% 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.