Desogestrel Prescribing at POLDEN MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
865
Total Quantity
75.0K
NHS Cost
£2.1K
vs National Avg
+118.2%
POLDEN MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 865 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,126 to the NHS. This is 118.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
80
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 865 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 75,046 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,126 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +118.2% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 865 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +118.2% 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.