Desogestrel Prescribing at HEATHGATE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
335
Total Quantity
72.1K
NHS Cost
£2.5K
vs National Avg
-15.5%
HEATHGATE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 335 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,541 to the NHS. This is 15.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
27
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 335 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 72,135 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,541 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -15.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 335 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -15.5% 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.