Desogestrel Prescribing at THE BLANDFORD GROUP PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,789
Total Quantity
191.3K
NHS Cost
£5.3K
vs National Avg
+351.3%
THE BLANDFORD GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 1,789 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,273 to the NHS. This is 351.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
168
Jul 2026
146
Jul 2026
158
Jul 2026
143
Jul 2026
152
Jul 2026
151
Jul 2026
143
Jul 2026
143
Jul 2026
151
Jul 2026
135
Jul 2026
167
Jul 2026
132
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,789 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 191,338 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,273 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +351.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,789 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +351.3% 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.