Desogestrel Prescribing at FOREST SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
894
Total Quantity
69.3K
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+125.5%
FOREST SURGERY prescribed 894 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,163 to the NHS. This is 125.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
77
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 894 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 69,300 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,163 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +125.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 894 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +125.5% 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.