Desogestrel Prescribing at LEIGHTON ROAD SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,429
Total Quantity
112.8K
NHS Cost
£3.8K
vs National Avg
+260.5%
LEIGHTON ROAD SURGERY prescribed 1,429 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,757 to the NHS. This is 260.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
126
Jun 2026
130
Jun 2026
131
Jun 2026
128
Jun 2026
130
Jun 2026
118
Jun 2026
142
Jun 2026
99
Jun 2026
109
Jun 2026
109
Jun 2026
103
Jun 2026
104
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,429 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 112,772 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,757 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +260.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,429 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +260.5% 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.