Desogestrel Prescribing at HILLSIDE PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,000
Total Quantity
81.6K
NHS Cost
£2.6K
vs National Avg
+152.3%
HILLSIDE PRACTICE prescribed 1,000 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,588 to the NHS. This is 152.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
100
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
88
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
96
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
92
Jun 2026
81
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,000 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 81,630 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,588 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +152.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,000 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +152.3% 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.