Desogestrel Prescribing at FOREST PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
400
Total Quantity
49.8K
NHS Cost
£1.6K
vs National Avg
+0.9%
FOREST PRACTICE prescribed 400 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,618 to the NHS. This is 0.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
21
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 400 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 49,828 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,618 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +0.9% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 400 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +0.9% 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.