Desogestrel Prescribing at THE ARDLEIGH SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
579
Total Quantity
45.5K
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+46.1%
THE ARDLEIGH SURGERY prescribed 579 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,198 to the NHS. This is 46.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
36
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 579 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 45,476 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,198 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +46.1% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 579 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +46.1% 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.