Desogestrel Prescribing at MENDIP VALE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
3,085
Total Quantity
345.3K
NHS Cost
£10.2K
vs National Avg
+678.3%
MENDIP VALE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 3,085 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £10,175 to the NHS. This is 678.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
272
Jul 2026
266
Jul 2026
265
Jul 2026
270
Jul 2026
267
Jul 2026
280
Jul 2026
238
Jul 2026
243
Jul 2026
279
Jul 2026
239
Jul 2026
237
Jul 2026
229
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,085 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 345,288 |
| Total NHS Cost | £10,175 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +678.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,085 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +678.3% 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.