Desogestrel Prescribing at ORCHARD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
754
Total Quantity
83.3K
NHS Cost
£2.9K
vs National Avg
+90.2%
ORCHARD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 754 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,851 to the NHS. This is 90.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
65
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 754 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 83,294 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,851 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +90.2% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 754 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +90.2% 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.