Desogestrel Prescribing at EXCEL PRIMARY CARE

Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders

Items (12m)

997

Total Quantity

89.8K

NHS Cost

£3.3K

vs National Avg

+151.5%

EXCEL PRIMARY CARE prescribed 997 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,263 to the NHS. This is 151.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	997
Total Quantity	89,790
Total NHS Cost	£3,263
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+151.5%

Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison

This practice	997 items
National average per practice	396 items
Difference	+151.5% 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.