Desogestrel Prescribing at ORCHARD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
322
Total Quantity
53.6K
NHS Cost
£1.8K
vs National Avg
-18.8%
ORCHARD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 322 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,771 to the NHS. This is 18.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
36
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 322 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 53,632 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,771 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -18.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 322 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -18.8% 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.