Desogestrel Prescribing at OAKWOOD SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
496
Total Quantity
110.6K
NHS Cost
£3.0K
vs National Avg
+25.1%
OAKWOOD SURGERY prescribed 496 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,039 to the NHS. This is 25.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
37
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 496 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 110,642 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,039 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +25.1% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 496 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +25.1% 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.