Desogestrel Prescribing at ST. LAWRENCE SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
307
Total Quantity
54.5K
NHS Cost
£1.6K
vs National Avg
-22.6%
ST. LAWRENCE SURGERY prescribed 307 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,575 to the NHS. This is 22.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
20
Jun 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 307 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 54,495 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,575 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -22.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 307 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -22.6% 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.