Desogestrel Prescribing at KING STREET SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
864
Total Quantity
115.0K
NHS Cost
£3.3K
vs National Avg
+118%
KING STREET SURGERY prescribed 864 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,260 to the NHS. This is 118% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
89
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
84
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
62
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 864 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 114,956 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,260 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +118% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 864 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +118% 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.