Desogestrel Prescribing at THE ABINGDON SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,176
Total Quantity
157.0K
NHS Cost
£4.3K
vs National Avg
+196.7%
THE ABINGDON SURGERY prescribed 1,176 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,342 to the NHS. This is 196.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
98
Jun 2026
102
Jun 2026
110
Jun 2026
95
Jun 2026
77
Jun 2026
115
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
101
Jun 2026
103
Jun 2026
101
Jun 2026
100
Jun 2026
94
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,176 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 156,961 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,342 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +196.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,176 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +196.7% 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.