Desogestrel Prescribing at NEWBURN SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
434
Total Quantity
54.6K
NHS Cost
£2.5K
vs National Avg
+9.5%
NEWBURN SURGERY prescribed 434 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,472 to the NHS. This is 9.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
37
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 434 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 54,600 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,472 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +9.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 434 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +9.5% 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.