Desogestrel Prescribing at HEADLANDS SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
474
Total Quantity
60.4K
NHS Cost
£1.9K
vs National Avg
+19.6%
HEADLANDS SURGERY prescribed 474 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,907 to the NHS. This is 19.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
41
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 474 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 60,431 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,907 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +19.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 474 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +19.6% 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.