Desogestrel Prescribing at ST. ANDREW'S HOUSE SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
552
Total Quantity
47.1K
NHS Cost
£1.5K
vs National Avg
+39.3%
ST. ANDREW'S HOUSE SURGERY prescribed 552 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,517 to the NHS. This is 39.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 552 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 47,082 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,517 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +39.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 552 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +39.3% 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.