Desogestrel Prescribing at GARSTANG MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,408
Total Quantity
119.1K
NHS Cost
£4.6K
vs National Avg
+255.2%
GARSTANG MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 1,408 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,599 to the NHS. This is 255.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
115
Jul 2026
118
Jul 2026
117
Jul 2026
124
Jul 2026
113
Jul 2026
134
Jul 2026
115
Jul 2026
112
Jul 2026
117
Jul 2026
110
Jul 2026
117
Jul 2026
116
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,408 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 119,106 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,599 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +255.2% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,408 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +255.2% 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.