Desogestrel Prescribing at HETTON GROUP PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
553
Total Quantity
87.7K
NHS Cost
£2.6K
vs National Avg
+39.5%
HETTON GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 553 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,616 to the NHS. This is 39.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 553 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 87,683 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,616 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +39.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 553 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +39.5% 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.