Desogestrel Prescribing at RAMSBOTTOM MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
517
Total Quantity
51.7K
NHS Cost
£2.5K
vs National Avg
+30.4%
RAMSBOTTOM MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 517 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,462 to the NHS. This is 30.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
25
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 517 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 51,708 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,462 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +30.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 517 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +30.4% 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.