Desogestrel Prescribing at SILVERDALE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
782
Total Quantity
71.5K
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
+97.3%
SILVERDALE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 782 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,382 to the NHS. This is 97.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
63
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 782 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 71,456 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,382 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +97.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 782 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +97.3% 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.