Desogestrel Prescribing at LAUREL BANK SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
517
Total Quantity
65.3K
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
+30.4%
LAUREL BANK SURGERY prescribed 517 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,441 to the NHS. This is 30.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
36
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 517 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 65,268 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,441 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +30.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 517 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +30.4% 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.