Desogestrel Prescribing at LENSFIELD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
374
Total Quantity
43.7K
NHS Cost
£1.4K
vs National Avg
-5.7%
LENSFIELD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 374 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,398 to the NHS. This is 5.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
27
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 374 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 43,724 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,398 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -5.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 374 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -5.7% 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.