Desogestrel Prescribing at HARLESTON MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
727
Total Quantity
62.0K
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+83.4%
HARLESTON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 727 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,231 to the NHS. This is 83.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
58
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 727 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 61,978 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,231 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +83.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 727 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +83.4% 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.