Desogestrel Prescribing at SWALLOWFIELD MEDICAL PRACTICE

Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders

Items (12m)

1,267

Total Quantity

130.4K

NHS Cost

£3.9K

vs National Avg

+219.6%

SWALLOWFIELD MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 1,267 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,911 to the NHS. This is 219.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jul 2026

135

Jul 2026

108

Jul 2026

125

Jul 2026

122

Jul 2026

111

Jul 2026

107

Prescribing Details

Total Items	1,267
Total Quantity	130,354
Total NHS Cost	£3,911
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+219.6%

Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison

This practice	1,267 items
National average per practice	396 items
Difference	+219.6% 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.