Desogestrel Prescribing at PORTSDOWN GROUP PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,427
Total Quantity
260.3K
NHS Cost
£8.0K
vs National Avg
+260%
PORTSDOWN GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 1,427 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,957 to the NHS. This is 260% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
126
Jun 2026
131
Jun 2026
125
Jun 2026
135
Jun 2026
101
Jun 2026
125
Jun 2026
96
Jun 2026
120
Jun 2026
120
Jun 2026
101
Jun 2026
120
Jun 2026
127
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,427 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 260,275 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,957 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +260% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,427 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +260% 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.