Desogestrel Prescribing at HUGHENDEN VALLEY SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
842
Total Quantity
65.1K
NHS Cost
£2.5K
vs National Avg
+112.4%
HUGHENDEN VALLEY SURGERY prescribed 842 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,521 to the NHS. This is 112.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
55
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 842 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 65,105 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,521 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +112.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 842 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +112.4% 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.