Desogestrel Prescribing at LUSON
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
500
Total Quantity
38.0K
NHS Cost
£1.1K
vs National Avg
+26.1%
LUSON prescribed 500 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,135 to the NHS. This is 26.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
28
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 500 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 37,968 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,135 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +26.1% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 500 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +26.1% 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.