Desogestrel Prescribing at HIGHFIELD SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
406
Total Quantity
45.3K
NHS Cost
£1.4K
vs National Avg
+2.4%
HIGHFIELD SURGERY prescribed 406 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,434 to the NHS. This is 2.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
25
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 406 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 45,346 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,434 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +2.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 406 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +2.4% 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.