Desogestrel Prescribing at JAMES ALEXANDER FAMILY PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,333
Total Quantity
98.4K
NHS Cost
£2.8K
vs National Avg
+236.3%
JAMES ALEXANDER FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 1,333 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,847 to the NHS. This is 236.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
118
Jul 2026
125
Jul 2026
121
Jul 2026
119
Jul 2026
110
Jul 2026
104
Jul 2026
119
Jul 2026
110
Jul 2026
100
Jul 2026
114
Jul 2026
100
Jul 2026
93
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,333 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 98,364 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,847 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +236.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,333 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +236.3% 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.