Desogestrel Prescribing at MELBOURNE & CHELLASTON MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
502
Total Quantity
89.0K
NHS Cost
£2.7K
vs National Avg
+26.6%
MELBOURNE & CHELLASTON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 502 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,669 to the NHS. This is 26.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
36
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 502 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 89,036 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,669 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +26.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 502 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +26.6% 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.