Desogestrel Prescribing at SUNDERLAND ENHANCED ACCESS SERVICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
227
Total Quantity
61.5K
NHS Cost
£1.9K
vs National Avg
-42.7%
SUNDERLAND ENHANCED ACCESS SERVICE prescribed 227 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,917 to the NHS. This is 42.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
23
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 227 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 61,516 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,917 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -42.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 227 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -42.7% 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.