Desogestrel Prescribing at GRIMETHORPE SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
763
Total Quantity
71.7K
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+92.5%
GRIMETHORPE SURGERY prescribed 763 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,201 to the NHS. This is 92.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
63
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 763 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 71,687 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,201 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +92.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 763 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +92.5% 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.