Desogestrel Prescribing at THE DERBY ROAD PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,727
Total Quantity
152.5K
NHS Cost
£5.0K
vs National Avg
+335.7%
THE DERBY ROAD PRACTICE prescribed 1,727 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,971 to the NHS. This is 335.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
144
Jun 2026
128
Jun 2026
150
Jun 2026
143
Jun 2026
156
Jun 2026
126
Jun 2026
147
Jun 2026
153
Jun 2026
142
Jun 2026
158
Jun 2026
141
Jun 2026
139
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,727 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 152,515 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,971 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +335.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,727 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +335.7% 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.