Desogestrel Prescribing at FIRST AVENUE SURGERY

Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders

Items (12m)

185

Total Quantity

13.8K

NHS Cost

£555

vs National Avg

-53.3%

FIRST AVENUE SURGERY prescribed 185 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £555 to the NHS. This is 53.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	185
Total Quantity	13,769
Total NHS Cost	£555
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	-53.3%

Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison

This practice	185 items
National average per practice	396 items
Difference	-53.3% 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.