Desogestrel Prescribing at ORCHARD FAMILY PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
332
Total Quantity
36.2K
NHS Cost
£1.2K
vs National Avg
-16.2%
ORCHARD FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 332 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,167 to the NHS. This is 16.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
19
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 332 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 36,190 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,167 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -16.2% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 332 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -16.2% 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.