Desogestrel Prescribing at LEISTON SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
839
Total Quantity
63.9K
NHS Cost
£1.9K
vs National Avg
+111.7%
LEISTON SURGERY prescribed 839 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,911 to the NHS. This is 111.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
59
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 839 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 63,924 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,911 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +111.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 839 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +111.7% 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.