Desogestrel Prescribing at HEDNESFORD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
397
Total Quantity
43.8K
NHS Cost
£1.3K
vs National Avg
+0.2%
HEDNESFORD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 397 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,259 to the NHS. This is 0.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
19
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 397 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 43,764 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,259 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +0.2% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 397 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +0.2% 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.