Desogestrel Prescribing at FIVE VALLEYS MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
829
Total Quantity
96.0K
NHS Cost
£2.7K
vs National Avg
+109.1%
FIVE VALLEYS MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 829 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,655 to the NHS. This is 109.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
96
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
75
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 829 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 95,984 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,655 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +109.1% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 829 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +109.1% 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.