Desogestrel Prescribing at FORDINGTON SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
423
Total Quantity
40.2K
NHS Cost
£1.1K
vs National Avg
+6.7%
FORDINGTON SURGERY prescribed 423 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,135 to the NHS. This is 6.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
35
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 423 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 40,239 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,135 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +6.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 423 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +6.7% 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.