Desogestrel Prescribing at KINGSTEIGNTON MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
856
Total Quantity
87.4K
NHS Cost
£2.5K
vs National Avg
+115.9%
KINGSTEIGNTON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 856 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,536 to the NHS. This is 115.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
76
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 856 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 87,412 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,536 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +115.9% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 856 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +115.9% 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.