Desogestrel Prescribing at ST JAMES' SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
725
Total Quantity
67.4K
NHS Cost
£2.8K
vs National Avg
+82.9%
ST JAMES' SURGERY prescribed 725 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,779 to the NHS. This is 82.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
52
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 725 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 67,438 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,779 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +82.9% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 725 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +82.9% 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.