Desogestrel Prescribing at THE DEEPINGS PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,102
Total Quantity
205.3K
NHS Cost
£6.2K
vs National Avg
+178%
THE DEEPINGS PRACTICE prescribed 1,102 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,168 to the NHS. This is 178% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
97
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
110
Jun 2026
93
Jun 2026
101
Jun 2026
100
Jun 2026
89
Jun 2026
106
Jun 2026
93
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
104
Jun 2026
63
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,102 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 205,266 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,168 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +178% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,102 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +178% 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.