Desogestrel Prescribing at SARUM HEALTH GROUP
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
601
Total Quantity
78.2K
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
+51.6%
SARUM HEALTH GROUP prescribed 601 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,291 to the NHS. This is 51.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
35
Jul 2026
45
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 601 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 78,165 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,291 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +51.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 601 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +51.6% 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.