Desogestrel Prescribing at LOVEMEAD GROUP PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,295
Total Quantity
147.6K
NHS Cost
£5.4K
vs National Avg
+226.7%
LOVEMEAD GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 1,295 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,357 to the NHS. This is 226.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
118
Jun 2026
100
Jun 2026
136
Jun 2026
98
Jun 2026
107
Jun 2026
128
Jun 2026
112
Jun 2026
95
Jun 2026
112
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
107
Jun 2026
117
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,295 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 147,615 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,357 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +226.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,295 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +226.7% 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.