Desogestrel Prescribing at LATHAM HOUSE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,765
Total Quantity
279.3K
NHS Cost
£9.3K
vs National Avg
+345.3%
LATHAM HOUSE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 1,765 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,260 to the NHS. This is 345.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
154
Jul 2026
132
Jul 2026
134
Jul 2026
122
Jul 2026
128
Jul 2026
147
Jul 2026
167
Jul 2026
176
Jul 2026
169
Jul 2026
114
Jul 2026
181
Jul 2026
141
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,765 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 279,258 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,260 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +345.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,765 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +345.3% 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.