Desogestrel Prescribing at SHAWBURY MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
223
Total Quantity
33.8K
NHS Cost
£1.1K
vs National Avg
-43.7%
SHAWBURY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 223 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,107 to the NHS. This is 43.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
17
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 223 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 33,824 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,107 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -43.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 223 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -43.7% 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.