Desogestrel Prescribing at HIGHLANDS SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
670
Total Quantity
64.3K
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
+69%
HIGHLANDS SURGERY prescribed 670 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,419 to the NHS. This is 69% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
57
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 670 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 64,325 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,419 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +69% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 670 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +69% 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.