Desogestrel Prescribing at HELLESDON MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
666
Total Quantity
90.7K
NHS Cost
£2.7K
vs National Avg
+68%
HELLESDON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 666 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,730 to the NHS. This is 68% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
49
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 666 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 90,696 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,730 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +68% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 666 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +68% 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.