Desogestrel Prescribing at ST. ALBANS MEDICAL GROUP
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
528
Total Quantity
58.1K
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
+33.2%
ST. ALBANS MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 528 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,440 to the NHS. This is 33.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
40
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 528 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 58,051 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,440 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +33.2% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 528 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +33.2% 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.