Desogestrel Prescribing at THE CHESTNUTS SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
634
Total Quantity
56.7K
NHS Cost
£1.6K
vs National Avg
+59.9%
THE CHESTNUTS SURGERY prescribed 634 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,601 to the NHS. This is 59.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
42
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 634 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 56,693 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,601 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +59.9% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 634 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +59.9% 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.