Desogestrel Prescribing at MALLING HEALTH FOUR
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
490
Total Quantity
40.5K
NHS Cost
£1.4K
vs National Avg
+23.6%
MALLING HEALTH FOUR prescribed 490 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,380 to the NHS. This is 23.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
30
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 490 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 40,482 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,380 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +23.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 490 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +23.6% 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.