Desogestrel Prescribing at NEWTHORPE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
891
Total Quantity
117.1K
NHS Cost
£4.9K
vs National Avg
+124.8%
NEWTHORPE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 891 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,898 to the NHS. This is 124.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
63
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 891 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 117,144 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,898 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +124.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 891 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +124.8% 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.