Desogestrel Prescribing at ST JOHNS WOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
251
Total Quantity
40.1K
NHS Cost
£1.2K
vs National Avg
-36.7%
ST JOHNS WOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 251 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,205 to the NHS. This is 36.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
21
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 251 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 40,124 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,205 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -36.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 251 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -36.7% 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.