Desogestrel Prescribing at LOCKSWOOD SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
792
Total Quantity
89.2K
NHS Cost
£2.8K
vs National Avg
+99.8%
LOCKSWOOD SURGERY prescribed 792 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,755 to the NHS. This is 99.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
65
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 792 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 89,194 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,755 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +99.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 792 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +99.8% 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.