Desogestrel Prescribing at NORTHDOWN & DASHWOOD SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
499
Total Quantity
58.9K
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+25.9%
NORTHDOWN & DASHWOOD SURGERY prescribed 499 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,176 to the NHS. This is 25.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
42
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 499 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 58,922 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,176 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +25.9% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 499 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +25.9% 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.