Desogestrel Prescribing at POSTERNGATE SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,074
Total Quantity
142.8K
NHS Cost
£4.3K
vs National Avg
+170.9%
POSTERNGATE SURGERY prescribed 1,074 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,303 to the NHS. This is 170.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
102
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
115
Jun 2026
92
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
91
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
92
Jun 2026
101
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
90
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,074 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 142,790 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,303 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +170.9% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,074 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +170.9% 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.