Desogestrel Prescribing at TAMAR VALLEY HEALTH
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
983
Total Quantity
80.8K
NHS Cost
£2.9K
vs National Avg
+148%
TAMAR VALLEY HEALTH prescribed 983 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,915 to the NHS. This is 148% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
94
Jul 2026
94
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
90
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
90
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
73
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 983 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 80,752 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,915 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +148% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 983 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +148% 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.