Desogestrel Prescribing at ORCHARD SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,062
Total Quantity
122.1K
NHS Cost
£3.7K
vs National Avg
+167.9%
ORCHARD SURGERY prescribed 1,062 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,699 to the NHS. This is 167.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
106
Jun 2026
93
Jun 2026
92
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
107
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
92
Jun 2026
94
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
103
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,062 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 122,068 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,699 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +167.9% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,062 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +167.9% 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.