Desogestrel Prescribing at THE BALDOCK SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
442
Total Quantity
78.8K
NHS Cost
£2.5K
vs National Avg
+11.5%
THE BALDOCK SURGERY prescribed 442 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,531 to the NHS. This is 11.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
34
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 442 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 78,765 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,531 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +11.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 442 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +11.5% 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.