Desogestrel Prescribing at PASTON SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
894
Total Quantity
60.8K
NHS Cost
£1.9K
vs National Avg
+125.5%
PASTON SURGERY prescribed 894 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,853 to the NHS. This is 125.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
88
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
68
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 894 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 60,804 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,853 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +125.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 894 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +125.5% 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.