Desogestrel Prescribing at THE DOW SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
482
Total Quantity
77.5K
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
+21.6%
THE DOW SURGERY prescribed 482 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,334 to the NHS. This is 21.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
34
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 482 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 77,541 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,334 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +21.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 482 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +21.6% 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.