Desogestrel Prescribing at THE COUNTY PRACTICE

Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders

Items (12m)

570

Total Quantity

86.0K

NHS Cost

£3.2K

vs National Avg

+43.8%

THE COUNTY PRACTICE prescribed 570 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,158 to the NHS. This is 43.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	570
Total Quantity	85,989
Total NHS Cost	£3,158
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+43.8%

Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison

This practice	570 items
National average per practice	396 items
Difference	+43.8% 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.