Desogestrel Prescribing at THE BASSINGHAM SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
842
Total Quantity
66.0K
NHS Cost
£1.9K
vs National Avg
+112.4%
THE BASSINGHAM SURGERY prescribed 842 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,899 to the NHS. This is 112.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
62
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 842 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 65,982 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,899 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +112.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 842 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +112.4% 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.