Desogestrel Prescribing at PENKRIDGE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
824
Total Quantity
72.0K
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+107.9%
PENKRIDGE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 824 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,189 to the NHS. This is 107.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
75
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 824 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 71,953 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,189 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +107.9% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 824 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +107.9% 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.