Desogestrel Prescribing at THE FAMILY PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
749
Total Quantity
87.4K
NHS Cost
£2.6K
vs National Avg
+89%
THE FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 749 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,589 to the NHS. This is 89% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
92
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
55
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 749 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 87,418 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,589 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +89% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 749 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +89% 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.