Desogestrel Prescribing at HAWTHORN MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,055
Total Quantity
98.3K
NHS Cost
£2.8K
vs National Avg
+166.1%
HAWTHORN MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 1,055 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,762 to the NHS. This is 166.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
91
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
94
Jul 2026
95
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
105
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
91
Jul 2026
86
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,055 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 98,322 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,762 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +166.1% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,055 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +166.1% 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.