Desogestrel Prescribing at SHAKESPEARE ROAD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
669
Total Quantity
79.5K
NHS Cost
£2.6K
vs National Avg
+68.8%
SHAKESPEARE ROAD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 669 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,569 to the NHS. This is 68.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
52
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 669 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 79,501 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,569 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +68.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 669 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +68.8% 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.