Desogestrel Prescribing at GP DIRECT
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
313
Total Quantity
31.6K
NHS Cost
£1.1K
vs National Avg
-21%
GP DIRECT prescribed 313 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,056 to the NHS. This is 21% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
27
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 313 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 31,584 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,056 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -21% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 313 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -21% 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.