Desogestrel Prescribing at FORGE HEALTH GROUP
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
455
Total Quantity
45.2K
NHS Cost
£1.2K
vs National Avg
+14.8%
FORGE HEALTH GROUP prescribed 455 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,245 to the NHS. This is 14.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
24
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 455 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 45,241 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,245 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +14.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 455 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +14.8% 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.