Desogestrel Prescribing at LANCASTER MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,275
Total Quantity
219.5K
NHS Cost
£6.5K
vs National Avg
+221.6%
LANCASTER MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 1,275 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,477 to the NHS. This is 221.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
129
Jun 2026
107
Jun 2026
126
Jun 2026
108
Jun 2026
116
Jun 2026
125
Jun 2026
99
Jun 2026
96
Jun 2026
108
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
96
Jun 2026
80
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,275 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 219,453 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,477 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +221.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,275 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +221.6% 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.