Desogestrel Prescribing at GARSWOOD SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
337
Total Quantity
30.2K
NHS Cost
£1.2K
vs National Avg
-15%
GARSWOOD SURGERY prescribed 337 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,216 to the NHS. This is 15% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
21
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 337 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 30,240 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,216 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -15% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 337 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -15% 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.