Desogestrel Prescribing at STREATHAM HIGH PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
641
Total Quantity
75.3K
NHS Cost
£2.5K
vs National Avg
+61.7%
STREATHAM HIGH PRACTICE prescribed 641 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,468 to the NHS. This is 61.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
42
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 641 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 75,272 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,468 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +61.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 641 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +61.7% 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.