Desogestrel Prescribing at NEWPORT SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
439
Total Quantity
48.8K
NHS Cost
£1.5K
vs National Avg
+10.7%
NEWPORT SURGERY prescribed 439 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,498 to the NHS. This is 10.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
33
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 439 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 48,839 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,498 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +10.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 439 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +10.7% 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.