Desogestrel Prescribing at SILVERDALE PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
646
Total Quantity
86.1K
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
+63%
SILVERDALE PRACTICE prescribed 646 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,432 to the NHS. This is 63% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
54
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 646 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 86,129 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,432 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +63% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 646 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +63% 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.