Desogestrel Prescribing at LIME TREE SURGERY

Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders

Items (12m)

160

Total Quantity

15.9K

NHS Cost

£755

vs National Avg

-59.6%

LIME TREE SURGERY prescribed 160 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £755 to the NHS. This is 59.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	160
Total Quantity	15,932
Total NHS Cost	£755
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	-59.6%

Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison

This practice	160 items
National average per practice	396 items
Difference	-59.6% 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.