Desogestrel Prescribing at SADDLEWORTH MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
459
Total Quantity
55.8K
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
+15.8%
SADDLEWORTH MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 459 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,334 to the NHS. This is 15.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
20
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 459 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 55,825 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,334 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +15.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 459 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +15.8% 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.