Desogestrel Prescribing at KESTON MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
790
Total Quantity
83.1K
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
+99.3%
KESTON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 790 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,446 to the NHS. This is 99.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
87
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
47
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 790 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 83,113 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,446 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +99.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 790 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +99.3% 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.