Desogestrel Prescribing at NEEDHAM MARKET COUNTRY PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,441
Total Quantity
122.6K
NHS Cost
£3.6K
vs National Avg
+263.5%
NEEDHAM MARKET COUNTRY PRACTICE prescribed 1,441 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,586 to the NHS. This is 263.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
117
Jul 2026
132
Jul 2026
123
Jul 2026
110
Jul 2026
130
Jul 2026
111
Jul 2026
136
Jul 2026
118
Jul 2026
129
Jul 2026
101
Jul 2026
123
Jul 2026
111
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,441 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 122,643 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,586 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +263.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,441 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +263.5% 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.