Desogestrel Prescribing at RAINBOW PRACTICE

Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders

Items (12m)

171

Total Quantity

14.3K

NHS Cost

£583

vs National Avg

-56.9%

RAINBOW PRACTICE prescribed 171 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £583 to the NHS. This is 56.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	171
Total Quantity	14,301
Total NHS Cost	£583
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	-56.9%

Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison

This practice	171 items
National average per practice	396 items
Difference	-56.9% 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.