Desogestrel Prescribing at MARDEN MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
608
Total Quantity
86.6K
NHS Cost
£2.5K
vs National Avg
+53.4%
MARDEN MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 608 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,509 to the NHS. This is 53.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
49
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 608 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 86,563 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,509 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +53.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 608 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +53.4% 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.