Desogestrel Prescribing at NORTH WOOD GROUP PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
469
Total Quantity
49.8K
NHS Cost
£2.1K
vs National Avg
+18.3%
NORTH WOOD GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 469 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,125 to the NHS. This is 18.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
34
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 469 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 49,826 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,125 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +18.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 469 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +18.3% 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.