Desogestrel Prescribing at MEADOWS SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
622
Total Quantity
85.2K
NHS Cost
£2.6K
vs National Avg
+56.9%
MEADOWS SURGERY prescribed 622 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,581 to the NHS. This is 56.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
59
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 622 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 85,176 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,581 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +56.9% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 622 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +56.9% 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.