Desogestrel Prescribing at MARSTON FOREST HEALTHCARE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
560
Total Quantity
48.4K
NHS Cost
£1.6K
vs National Avg
+41.3%
MARSTON FOREST HEALTHCARE prescribed 560 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,553 to the NHS. This is 41.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
50
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 560 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 48,426 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,553 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +41.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 560 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +41.3% 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.