Desogestrel Prescribing at LINGFIELD SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
521
Total Quantity
58.1K
NHS Cost
£2.1K
vs National Avg
+31.4%
LINGFIELD SURGERY prescribed 521 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,078 to the NHS. This is 31.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
44
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 521 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 58,100 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,078 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +31.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 521 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +31.4% 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.