Desogestrel Prescribing at LAPAL MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
251
Total Quantity
38.0K
NHS Cost
£1.3K
vs National Avg
-36.7%
LAPAL MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 251 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,267 to the NHS. This is 36.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
7
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 251 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 37,999 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,267 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -36.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 251 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -36.7% 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.