Desogestrel Prescribing at ST. ANDREW'S SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,194
Total Quantity
133.4K
NHS Cost
£4.9K
vs National Avg
+201.2%
ST. ANDREW'S SURGERY prescribed 1,194 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,887 to the NHS. This is 201.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
97
Jun 2026
98
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
102
Jun 2026
116
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
117
Jun 2026
99
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
113
Jun 2026
99
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,194 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 133,420 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,887 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +201.2% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,194 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +201.2% 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.