Desogestrel Prescribing at ISLIP SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
620
Total Quantity
55.5K
NHS Cost
£1.7K
vs National Avg
+56.4%
ISLIP SURGERY prescribed 620 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,692 to the NHS. This is 56.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
47
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 620 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 55,454 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,692 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +56.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 620 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +56.4% 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.