Desogestrel Prescribing at LEEDS CITY MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
544
Total Quantity
85.9K
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
+37.2%
LEEDS CITY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 544 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,415 to the NHS. This is 37.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
40
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 544 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 85,863 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,415 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +37.2% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 544 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +37.2% 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.