Desogestrel Prescribing at OLD BRIDGE SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
567
Total Quantity
62.2K
NHS Cost
£2.0K
vs National Avg
+43%
OLD BRIDGE SURGERY prescribed 567 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,972 to the NHS. This is 43% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
38
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 567 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 62,153 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,972 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +43% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 567 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +43% 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.