Desogestrel Prescribing at NORTH PETHERTON SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
546
Total Quantity
52.6K
NHS Cost
£1.5K
vs National Avg
+37.7%
NORTH PETHERTON SURGERY prescribed 546 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,489 to the NHS. This is 37.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
45
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 546 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 52,617 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,489 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +37.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 546 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +37.7% 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.