Desogestrel Prescribing at LINTHORPE SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
760
Total Quantity
148.7K
NHS Cost
£4.8K
vs National Avg
+91.7%
LINTHORPE SURGERY prescribed 760 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,831 to the NHS. This is 91.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
88
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
84
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
61
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 760 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 148,722 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,831 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +91.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 760 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +91.7% 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.