Desogestrel Prescribing at ST JAMES MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,224
Total Quantity
118.0K
NHS Cost
£4.0K
vs National Avg
+208.8%
ST JAMES MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 1,224 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,015 to the NHS. This is 208.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
103
Jul 2026
104
Jul 2026
110
Jul 2026
101
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
120
Jul 2026
95
Jul 2026
102
Jul 2026
111
Jul 2026
99
Jul 2026
105
Jul 2026
88
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,224 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 118,015 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,015 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +208.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,224 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +208.8% 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.