Desogestrel Prescribing at ELM HOUSE SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
601
Total Quantity
96.3K
NHS Cost
£3.1K
vs National Avg
+51.6%
ELM HOUSE SURGERY prescribed 601 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,134 to the NHS. This is 51.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
41
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 601 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 96,316 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,134 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +51.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 601 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +51.6% 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.