Desogestrel Prescribing at HUMBER PRIMARY CARE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
558
Total Quantity
56.8K
NHS Cost
£1.7K
vs National Avg
+40.8%
HUMBER PRIMARY CARE prescribed 558 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,683 to the NHS. This is 40.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 558 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 56,800 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,683 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +40.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 558 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +40.8% vs national average |
Explore More
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.