Desogestrel Prescribing at STANDISH MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
835
Total Quantity
87.4K
NHS Cost
£3.1K
vs National Avg
+110.6%
STANDISH MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 835 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,111 to the NHS. This is 110.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
60
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 835 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 87,374 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,111 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +110.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 835 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +110.6% 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.