Desogestrel Prescribing at ELM SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
445
Total Quantity
80.8K
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+12.3%
ELM SURGERY prescribed 445 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,223 to the NHS. This is 12.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
30
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 445 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 80,806 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,223 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +12.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 445 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +12.3% 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.