Desogestrel Prescribing at THE ALNEY PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
876
Total Quantity
91.1K
NHS Cost
£3.1K
vs National Avg
+121%
THE ALNEY PRACTICE prescribed 876 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,071 to the NHS. This is 121% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
88
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
71
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 876 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 91,058 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,071 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +121% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 876 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +121% 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.