Desogestrel Prescribing at KING'S MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,308
Total Quantity
144.2K
NHS Cost
£5.0K
vs National Avg
+230%
KING'S MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 1,308 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,031 to the NHS. This is 230% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
129
Jul 2026
122
Jul 2026
104
Jul 2026
121
Jul 2026
108
Jul 2026
93
Jul 2026
104
Jul 2026
99
Jul 2026
120
Jul 2026
109
Jul 2026
109
Jul 2026
90
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,308 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 144,239 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,031 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +230% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,308 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +230% 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.