Desogestrel Prescribing at HILLVIEW FAMILY PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
677
Total Quantity
63.8K
NHS Cost
£1.7K
vs National Avg
+70.8%
HILLVIEW FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 677 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,694 to the NHS. This is 70.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
64
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 677 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 63,780 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,694 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +70.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 677 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +70.8% 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.