Desogestrel Prescribing at HORIZON HEALTHCARE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,133
Total Quantity
94.9K
NHS Cost
£2.5K
vs National Avg
+185.8%
HORIZON HEALTHCARE prescribed 1,133 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,526 to the NHS. This is 185.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
92
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
90
Jul 2026
91
Jul 2026
93
Jul 2026
117
Jul 2026
95
Jul 2026
107
Jul 2026
94
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
88
Jul 2026
92
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,133 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 94,937 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,526 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +185.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,133 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +185.8% 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.