Desogestrel Prescribing at NORTHGATE SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
788
Total Quantity
62.5K
NHS Cost
£1.9K
vs National Avg
+98.8%
NORTHGATE SURGERY prescribed 788 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,861 to the NHS. This is 98.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
90
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 788 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 62,496 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,861 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +98.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 788 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +98.8% 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.