Desogestrel Prescribing at DOVERCOURT GROUP PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
573
Total Quantity
53.9K
NHS Cost
£1.5K
vs National Avg
+44.6%
DOVERCOURT GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 573 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,533 to the NHS. This is 44.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
45
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 573 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 53,851 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,533 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +44.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 573 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +44.6% 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.