Desogestrel Prescribing at ST THOMAS MEDICAL GROUP
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,109
Total Quantity
130.0K
NHS Cost
£3.6K
vs National Avg
+179.8%
ST THOMAS MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 1,109 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,601 to the NHS. This is 179.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
167
Jul 2026
134
Jul 2026
105
Jul 2026
121
Jul 2026
113
Jul 2026
96
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
72
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
47
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,109 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 130,047 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,601 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +179.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,109 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +179.8% 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.