Desogestrel Prescribing at MORTIMER SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
771
Total Quantity
88.8K
NHS Cost
£2.6K
vs National Avg
+94.5%
MORTIMER SURGERY prescribed 771 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,636 to the NHS. This is 94.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
62
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 771 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 88,834 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,636 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +94.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 771 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +94.5% 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.