Desogestrel Prescribing at STUDENT HEALTH SERVICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,000
Total Quantity
156.5K
NHS Cost
£4.4K
vs National Avg
+152.3%
STUDENT HEALTH SERVICE prescribed 1,000 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,444 to the NHS. This is 152.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
125
Jul 2026
95
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
92
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
87
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
64
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,000 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 156,471 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,444 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +152.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,000 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +152.3% 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.