Desogestrel Prescribing at HAWKINGE AND ELHAM
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
513
Total Quantity
69.5K
NHS Cost
£3.0K
vs National Avg
+29.4%
HAWKINGE AND ELHAM prescribed 513 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,989 to the NHS. This is 29.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
31
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 513 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 69,454 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,989 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +29.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 513 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +29.4% 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.