Desogestrel Prescribing at LEPTON AND KIRKHEATON SURGERIES
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
330
Total Quantity
46.3K
NHS Cost
£1.9K
vs National Avg
-16.8%
LEPTON AND KIRKHEATON SURGERIES prescribed 330 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,931 to the NHS. This is 16.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
21
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 330 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 46,288 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,931 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | -16.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 330 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -16.8% 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.