Desogestrel Prescribing at OLD COULSDON MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
630
Total Quantity
91.2K
NHS Cost
£2.6K
vs National Avg
+58.9%
OLD COULSDON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 630 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,622 to the NHS. This is 58.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
57
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 630 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 91,210 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,622 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +58.9% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 630 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +58.9% 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.