Desogestrel Prescribing at HEALTH CARE COMPLEX, KIRKBY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
526
Total Quantity
43.6K
NHS Cost
£1.2K
vs National Avg
+32.7%
HEALTH CARE COMPLEX, KIRKBY prescribed 526 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,164 to the NHS. This is 32.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
42
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 526 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 43,632 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,164 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +32.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 526 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +32.7% 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.