Desogestrel Prescribing at PUTNEYMEAD GROUP MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
449
Total Quantity
69.1K
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+13.3%
PUTNEYMEAD GROUP MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 449 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,240 to the NHS. This is 13.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
35
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 449 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 69,056 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,240 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +13.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 449 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +13.3% 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.