Desogestrel Prescribing at THE LIGHTHOUSE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
683
Total Quantity
76.5K
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+72.3%
THE LIGHTHOUSE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 683 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,229 to the NHS. This is 72.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
50
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 683 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 76,531 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,229 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +72.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 683 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +72.3% 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.