Desogestrel Prescribing at NORTH TRAFFORD GROUP PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
602
Total Quantity
48.7K
NHS Cost
£1.6K
vs National Avg
+51.9%
NORTH TRAFFORD GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 602 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,559 to the NHS. This is 51.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 602 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 48,692 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,559 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +51.9% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 602 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +51.9% 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.