Desogestrel Prescribing at THE LAKESIDE PRACTICE

Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders

Items (12m)

564

Total Quantity

64.7K

NHS Cost

£2.0K

vs National Avg

+42.3%

THE LAKESIDE PRACTICE prescribed 564 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,956 to the NHS. This is 42.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	564
Total Quantity	64,745
Total NHS Cost	£1,956
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+42.3%

Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison

This practice	564 items
National average per practice	396 items
Difference	+42.3% 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.