Desogestrel Prescribing at THE KEY MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
621
Total Quantity
98.5K
NHS Cost
£2.7K
vs National Avg
+56.7%
THE KEY MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 621 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,746 to the NHS. This is 56.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
35
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 621 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 98,470 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,746 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +56.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 621 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +56.7% 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.