Desogestrel Prescribing at HULL FAMILY PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,891
Total Quantity
183.8K
NHS Cost
£5.6K
vs National Avg
+377%
HULL FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 1,891 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,566 to the NHS. This is 377% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
175
Jul 2026
178
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
175
Jul 2026
150
Jul 2026
149
Jul 2026
147
Jul 2026
168
Jul 2026
140
Jul 2026
144
Jul 2026
152
Jul 2026
141
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,891 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 183,801 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,566 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +377% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,891 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +377% 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.