Desogestrel Prescribing at THE DOWNLAND PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
774
Total Quantity
92.0K
NHS Cost
£2.6K
vs National Avg
+95.3%
THE DOWNLAND PRACTICE prescribed 774 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,635 to the NHS. This is 95.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
62
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 774 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 91,980 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,635 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +95.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 774 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +95.3% 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.