Desogestrel Prescribing at ELM HAYES SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
575
Total Quantity
63.9K
NHS Cost
£1.8K
vs National Avg
+45.1%
ELM HAYES SURGERY prescribed 575 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,792 to the NHS. This is 45.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
45
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 575 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 63,882 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,792 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +45.1% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 575 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +45.1% 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.