Desogestrel Prescribing at STEVENAGE SOUTH PCN HUB

Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders

Items (12m)
50
Total Quantity
5,937
NHS Cost
£165
vs National Avg
-87.4%

STEVENAGE SOUTH PCN HUB prescribed 50 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £165 to the NHS. This is 87.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
1
Jul 2026
3
Jul 2026
1
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
8

Prescribing Details

Total Items50
Total Quantity5,937
Total NHS Cost£165
Presentations3 different forms
vs National Average-87.4%

Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison

This practice50 items
National average per practice396 items
Difference-87.4% vs national average
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.