Desogestrel Prescribing at MERCHISTON SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
536
Total Quantity
43.4K
NHS Cost
£1.4K
vs National Avg
+35.2%
MERCHISTON SURGERY prescribed 536 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,446 to the NHS. This is 35.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
38
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 536 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 43,404 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,446 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +35.2% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 536 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +35.2% 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.