Desogestrel Prescribing at POPLARS SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
380
Total Quantity
61.5K
NHS Cost
£1.9K
vs National Avg
-4.1%
POPLARS SURGERY prescribed 380 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,883 to the NHS. This is 4.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
25
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
28
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 380 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 61,517 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,883 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -4.1% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 380 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -4.1% 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.