Desogestrel Prescribing at SWANLEY MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,085
Total Quantity
143.5K
NHS Cost
£4.2K
vs National Avg
+173.7%
SWANLEY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 1,085 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,208 to the NHS. This is 173.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
113
Jul 2026
94
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
95
Jul 2026
88
Jul 2026
107
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
96
Jul 2026
85
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,085 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 143,533 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,208 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +173.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,085 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +173.7% 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.