Desogestrel Prescribing at GP AT HAND
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
2,114
Total Quantity
280.6K
NHS Cost
£9.1K
vs National Avg
+433.3%
GP AT HAND prescribed 2,114 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,149 to the NHS. This is 433.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
229
Jun 2026
202
Jun 2026
223
Jun 2026
200
Jun 2026
236
Jun 2026
175
Jun 2026
158
Jun 2026
167
Jun 2026
136
Jun 2026
114
Jun 2026
141
Jun 2026
133
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,114 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 280,630 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,149 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +433.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,114 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +433.3% 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.