Desogestrel Prescribing at LINKWAY MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
786
Total Quantity
55.8K
NHS Cost
£1.9K
vs National Avg
+98.3%
LINKWAY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 786 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,869 to the NHS. This is 98.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
72
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 786 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 55,814 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,869 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +98.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 786 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +98.3% 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.