Desogestrel Prescribing at PAPWORTH SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
695
Total Quantity
63.3K
NHS Cost
£2.1K
vs National Avg
+75.3%
PAPWORTH SURGERY prescribed 695 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,120 to the NHS. This is 75.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
51
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 695 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 63,258 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,120 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +75.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 695 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +75.3% 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.