Desogestrel Prescribing at NORTHGATE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
896
Total Quantity
105.6K
NHS Cost
£4.6K
vs National Avg
+126%
NORTHGATE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 896 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,567 to the NHS. This is 126% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
88
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
97
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
63
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 896 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 105,629 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,567 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +126% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 896 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +126% 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.