Desogestrel Prescribing at THE HICKS GROUP PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
482
Total Quantity
110.3K
NHS Cost
£3.6K
vs National Avg
+21.6%
THE HICKS GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 482 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,564 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
42
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
35
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 482 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 110,321 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,564 |
| Presentations | 4 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.