Desogestrel Prescribing at MARLBOROUGH SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
729
Total Quantity
92.3K
NHS Cost
£3.0K
vs National Avg
+83.9%
MARLBOROUGH SURGERY prescribed 729 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,022 to the NHS. This is 83.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
41
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 729 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 92,331 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,022 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +83.9% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 729 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +83.9% 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.