Desogestrel Prescribing at SAFFRON GROUP PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
678
Total Quantity
88.1K
NHS Cost
£2.7K
vs National Avg
+71%
SAFFRON GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 678 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,732 to the NHS. This is 71% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
60
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 678 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 88,109 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,732 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +71% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 678 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +71% 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.