Desogestrel Prescribing at HANDSWORTH MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
543
Total Quantity
69.4K
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
+37%
HANDSWORTH MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 543 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,262 to the NHS. This is 37% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
46
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 543 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 69,444 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,262 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +37% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 543 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +37% 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.