Desogestrel Prescribing at THE CAMBRIDGE PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
832
Total Quantity
119.4K
NHS Cost
£3.5K
vs National Avg
+109.9%
THE CAMBRIDGE PRACTICE prescribed 832 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,513 to the NHS. This is 109.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
91
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
58
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 832 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 119,392 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,513 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +109.9% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 832 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +109.9% 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.