Desogestrel Prescribing at MALTHOUSE SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
882
Total Quantity
107.9K
NHS Cost
£3.1K
vs National Avg
+122.5%
MALTHOUSE SURGERY prescribed 882 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,074 to the NHS. This is 122.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
84
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
88
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
63
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 882 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 107,919 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,074 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +122.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 882 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +122.5% 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.