Desogestrel Prescribing at HIGHPARKS MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,072
Total Quantity
92.4K
NHS Cost
£2.8K
vs National Avg
+170.4%
HIGHPARKS MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 1,072 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,800 to the NHS. This is 170.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
101
Jul 2026
91
Jul 2026
92
Jul 2026
102
Jul 2026
102
Jul 2026
93
Jul 2026
94
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
91
Jul 2026
76
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,072 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 92,375 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,800 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +170.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,072 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +170.4% 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.