Desogestrel Prescribing at PAXTON MEDICAL GROUP
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,251
Total Quantity
143.3K
NHS Cost
£4.4K
vs National Avg
+215.6%
PAXTON MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 1,251 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,385 to the NHS. This is 215.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
99
Jul 2026
98
Jul 2026
126
Jul 2026
100
Jul 2026
104
Jul 2026
118
Jul 2026
87
Jul 2026
105
Jul 2026
103
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
115
Jul 2026
112
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,251 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 143,307 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,385 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +215.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,251 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +215.6% 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.