Desogestrel Prescribing at HIGHFIELD SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
512
Total Quantity
76.1K
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
+29.2%
HIGHFIELD SURGERY prescribed 512 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,318 to the NHS. This is 29.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
47
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 512 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 76,104 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,318 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +29.2% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 512 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +29.2% 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.