Desogestrel Prescribing at FAMILY SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
431
Total Quantity
67.6K
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
+8.7%
FAMILY SURGERY prescribed 431 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,374 to the NHS. This is 8.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
34
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 431 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 67,560 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,374 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +8.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 431 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +8.7% 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.