Desogestrel Prescribing at THE ALDERGATE MED.PRACT.

Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders

Items (12m)

565

Total Quantity

89.1K

NHS Cost

£2.8K

vs National Avg

+42.5%

THE ALDERGATE MED.PRACT. prescribed 565 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,794 to the NHS. This is 42.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	565
Total Quantity	89,110
Total NHS Cost	£2,794
Presentations	5 different forms
vs National Average	+42.5%

Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison

This practice	565 items
National average per practice	396 items
Difference	+42.5% 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.