Desogestrel Prescribing at REA VALLEY HEALTH PARTNERSHIP
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
428
Total Quantity
76.3K
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
+8%
REA VALLEY HEALTH PARTNERSHIP prescribed 428 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,262 to the NHS. This is 8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
27
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 428 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 76,277 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,262 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 428 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +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.