Desogestrel Prescribing at IVY GROVE SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
546
Total Quantity
116.2K
NHS Cost
£3.4K
vs National Avg
+37.7%
IVY GROVE SURGERY prescribed 546 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,428 to the NHS. This is 37.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
38
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 546 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 116,243 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,428 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +37.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 546 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +37.7% 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.