Desogestrel Prescribing at THE BAY MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
927
Total Quantity
131.3K
NHS Cost
£3.7K
vs National Avg
+133.9%
THE BAY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 927 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,716 to the NHS. This is 133.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
78
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
87
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
89
Jul 2026
82
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
74
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 927 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 131,265 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,716 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +133.9% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 927 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +133.9% 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.