Desogestrel Prescribing at MARPLE COTTAGE SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
566
Total Quantity
68.8K
NHS Cost
£2.5K
vs National Avg
+42.8%
MARPLE COTTAGE SURGERY prescribed 566 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,471 to the NHS. This is 42.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
45
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 566 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 68,807 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,471 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +42.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 566 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +42.8% 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.