Desogestrel Prescribing at SALISBURY MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,449
Total Quantity
149.4K
NHS Cost
£4.2K
vs National Avg
+265.5%
SALISBURY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 1,449 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,232 to the NHS. This is 265.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
106
Jun 2026
133
Jun 2026
145
Jun 2026
121
Jun 2026
108
Jun 2026
115
Jun 2026
133
Jun 2026
107
Jun 2026
137
Jun 2026
119
Jun 2026
97
Jun 2026
128
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,449 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 149,387 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,232 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +265.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,449 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +265.5% 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.