Desogestrel Prescribing at PORTLAND MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
373
Total Quantity
42.2K
NHS Cost
£1.5K
vs National Avg
-5.9%
PORTLAND MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 373 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,476 to the NHS. This is 5.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
30
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 373 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 42,198 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,476 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -5.9% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 373 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -5.9% 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.