Desogestrel Prescribing at OLD FIRE STATION SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
559
Total Quantity
53.7K
NHS Cost
£1.8K
vs National Avg
+41%
OLD FIRE STATION SURGERY prescribed 559 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,827 to the NHS. This is 41% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
40
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 559 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 53,676 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,827 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +41% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 559 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +41% 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.