Desogestrel Prescribing at LARKSFIELD AND ARLESEY MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,789
Total Quantity
125.9K
NHS Cost
£4.1K
vs National Avg
+351.3%
LARKSFIELD AND ARLESEY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 1,789 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,121 to the NHS. This is 351.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
145
Jul 2026
124
Jul 2026
147
Jul 2026
125
Jul 2026
153
Jul 2026
178
Jul 2026
177
Jul 2026
149
Jul 2026
153
Jul 2026
150
Jul 2026
153
Jul 2026
135
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,789 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 125,874 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,121 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +351.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,789 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +351.3% 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.