Desogestrel Prescribing at ST JOHN'S FAMILY PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
432
Total Quantity
53.4K
NHS Cost
£2.0K
vs National Avg
+9%
ST JOHN'S FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 432 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,975 to the NHS. This is 9% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
36
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 432 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 53,361 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,975 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +9% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 432 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +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.