Desogestrel Prescribing at LITHERLAND PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
344
Total Quantity
29.8K
NHS Cost
£916
vs National Avg
-13.2%
LITHERLAND PRACTICE prescribed 344 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £916 to the NHS. This is 13.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
24
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 344 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 29,834 |
| Total NHS Cost | £916 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -13.2% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 344 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -13.2% 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.