Desogestrel Prescribing at NORTH PRESTON MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
509
Total Quantity
54.0K
NHS Cost
£1.6K
vs National Avg
+28.4%
NORTH PRESTON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 509 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,623 to the NHS. This is 28.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
40
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 509 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 54,018 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,623 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +28.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 509 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +28.4% 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.