Desogestrel Prescribing at THE DISCOVERY PRACTICE

Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders

Items (12m)

229

Total Quantity

30.3K

NHS Cost

£1.0K

vs National Avg

-42.2%

THE DISCOVERY PRACTICE prescribed 229 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,026 to the NHS. This is 42.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	229
Total Quantity	30,310
Total NHS Cost	£1,026
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	-42.2%

Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison

This practice	229 items
National average per practice	396 items
Difference	-42.2% 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.