Desogestrel Prescribing at GATEWAY PRIMARY CARE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
690
Total Quantity
51.6K
NHS Cost
£1.4K
vs National Avg
+74.1%
GATEWAY PRIMARY CARE prescribed 690 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,417 to the NHS. This is 74.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
53
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 690 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 51,562 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,417 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +74.1% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 690 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +74.1% 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.