Desogestrel Prescribing at OLD FLETTON SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
811
Total Quantity
71.9K
NHS Cost
£2.6K
vs National Avg
+104.6%
OLD FLETTON SURGERY prescribed 811 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,590 to the NHS. This is 104.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
65
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 811 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 71,932 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,590 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +104.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 811 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +104.6% 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.