Desogestrel Prescribing at ORCHARD SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
685
Total Quantity
78.7K
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
+72.8%
ORCHARD SURGERY prescribed 685 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,341 to the NHS. This is 72.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
56
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 685 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 78,743 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,341 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +72.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 685 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +72.8% 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.