Desogestrel Prescribing at PRESTBURY MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
612
Total Quantity
75.2K
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
+54.4%
PRESTBURY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 612 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,352 to the NHS. This is 54.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
49
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 612 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 75,191 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,352 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +54.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 612 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +54.4% 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.