Desogestrel Prescribing at THE DOWNEND HEALTH GROUP
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,580
Total Quantity
219.9K
NHS Cost
£6.3K
vs National Avg
+298.6%
THE DOWNEND HEALTH GROUP prescribed 1,580 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,347 to the NHS. This is 298.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
149
Jul 2026
123
Jul 2026
135
Jul 2026
123
Jul 2026
144
Jul 2026
147
Jul 2026
134
Jul 2026
153
Jul 2026
127
Jul 2026
98
Jul 2026
139
Jul 2026
108
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,580 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 219,941 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,347 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +298.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,580 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +298.6% 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.