Desogestrel Prescribing at LEEDS STUDENT MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
942
Total Quantity
222.3K
NHS Cost
£6.6K
vs National Avg
+137.6%
LEEDS STUDENT MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 942 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,584 to the NHS. This is 137.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
92
Jul 2026
93
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
88
Jul 2026
95
Jul 2026
100
Jul 2026
51
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 942 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 222,334 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,584 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +137.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 942 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +137.6% 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.