Desogestrel Prescribing at HORNCASTLE MEDICAL GROUP
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,037
Total Quantity
88.0K
NHS Cost
£2.6K
vs National Avg
+161.6%
HORNCASTLE MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 1,037 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,597 to the NHS. This is 161.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
90
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
90
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
97
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
97
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
99
Jul 2026
97
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,037 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 88,022 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,597 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +161.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,037 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +161.6% 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.