Desogestrel Prescribing at GIFFORDS PRIMARY CARE CTR
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
949
Total Quantity
88.5K
NHS Cost
£2.6K
vs National Avg
+139.4%
GIFFORDS PRIMARY CARE CTR prescribed 949 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,550 to the NHS. This is 139.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
102
Jun 2026
104
Jun 2026
107
Jun 2026
102
Jun 2026
89
Jun 2026
95
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
37
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 949 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 88,508 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,550 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +139.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 949 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +139.4% 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.