Desogestrel Prescribing at ST CATHERINE'S SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
720
Total Quantity
83.0K
NHS Cost
£2.7K
vs National Avg
+81.6%
ST CATHERINE'S SURGERY prescribed 720 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,691 to the NHS. This is 81.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 720 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 82,990 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,691 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +81.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 720 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +81.6% 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.