Desogestrel Prescribing at THE HORDEN GROUP PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
505
Total Quantity
64.3K
NHS Cost
£2.5K
vs National Avg
+27.4%
THE HORDEN GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 505 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,516 to the NHS. This is 27.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
59
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 505 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 64,320 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,516 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +27.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 505 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +27.4% 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.