Desogestrel Prescribing at STEEL CITY GENERAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
586
Total Quantity
60.3K
NHS Cost
£1.8K
vs National Avg
+47.8%
STEEL CITY GENERAL PRACTICE prescribed 586 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,826 to the NHS. This is 47.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
32
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
41
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 586 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 60,321 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,826 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +47.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 586 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +47.8% 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.