Desogestrel Prescribing at RED HOUSE SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
458
Total Quantity
58.5K
NHS Cost
£2.0K
vs National Avg
+15.5%
RED HOUSE SURGERY prescribed 458 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,037 to the NHS. This is 15.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
33
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 458 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 58,487 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,037 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +15.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 458 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +15.5% 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.