Desogestrel Prescribing at GREENSANDS (POTTON)
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
775
Total Quantity
81.5K
NHS Cost
£2.9K
vs National Avg
+95.5%
GREENSANDS (POTTON) prescribed 775 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,879 to the NHS. This is 95.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
78
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 775 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 81,533 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,879 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +95.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 775 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +95.5% 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.