Desogestrel Prescribing at ST AUGUSTINE'S MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
950
Total Quantity
104.9K
NHS Cost
£3.0K
vs National Avg
+139.7%
ST AUGUSTINE'S MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 950 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,043 to the NHS. This is 139.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
85
Jun 2026
110
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
88
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 950 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 104,859 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,043 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +139.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 950 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +139.7% 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.