Desogestrel Prescribing at LAUNCESTON CLOSE SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
328
Total Quantity
46.3K
NHS Cost
£1.9K
vs National Avg
-17.3%
LAUNCESTON CLOSE SURGERY prescribed 328 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,949 to the NHS. This is 17.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
28
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 328 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 46,303 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,949 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -17.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 328 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -17.3% 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.