Desogestrel Prescribing at IXWORTH SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
661
Total Quantity
66.6K
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
+66.8%
IXWORTH SURGERY prescribed 661 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,324 to the NHS. This is 66.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 661 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 66,612 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,324 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +66.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 661 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +66.8% 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.