Desogestrel Prescribing at DOWNS WAY MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
640
Total Quantity
87.5K
NHS Cost
£3.0K
vs National Avg
+61.5%
DOWNS WAY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 640 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,997 to the NHS. This is 61.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
46
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 640 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 87,481 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,997 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +61.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 640 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +61.5% 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.