Desogestrel Prescribing at POUNDBURY DOCTORS SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
451
Total Quantity
51.2K
NHS Cost
£1.5K
vs National Avg
+13.8%
POUNDBURY DOCTORS SURGERY prescribed 451 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,460 to the NHS. This is 13.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
32
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 451 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 51,160 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,460 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +13.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 451 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +13.8% 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.