Desogestrel Prescribing at HOMEWELL CURLEW PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
711
Total Quantity
150.3K
NHS Cost
£4.1K
vs National Avg
+79.4%
HOMEWELL CURLEW PRACTICE prescribed 711 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,067 to the NHS. This is 79.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 711 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 150,304 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,067 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +79.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 711 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +79.4% 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.