Desogestrel Prescribing at LINDEN MEDICAL GROUP

Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders

Items (12m)

569

Total Quantity

143.0K

NHS Cost

£4.0K

vs National Avg

+43.5%

LINDEN MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 569 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,973 to the NHS. This is 43.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	569
Total Quantity	142,982
Total NHS Cost	£3,973
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+43.5%

Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison

This practice	569 items
National average per practice	396 items
Difference	+43.5% 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.