Desogestrel Prescribing at FRIARSGATE PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
664
Total Quantity
117.5K
NHS Cost
£3.4K
vs National Avg
+67.5%
FRIARSGATE PRACTICE prescribed 664 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,442 to the NHS. This is 67.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
50
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 664 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 117,488 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,442 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +67.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 664 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +67.5% 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.