Desogestrel Prescribing at LIGHTWATER SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
790
Total Quantity
102.4K
NHS Cost
£4.2K
vs National Avg
+99.3%
LIGHTWATER SURGERY prescribed 790 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,245 to the NHS. This is 99.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
92
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
52
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 790 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 102,376 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,245 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +99.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 790 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +99.3% 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.