Desogestrel Prescribing at LYDDEN SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
381
Total Quantity
33.0K
NHS Cost
£1.4K
vs National Avg
-3.9%
LYDDEN SURGERY prescribed 381 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,430 to the NHS. This is 3.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
35
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 381 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 33,013 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,430 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | -3.9% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 381 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -3.9% 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.