Desogestrel Prescribing at THE MEADS MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
631
Total Quantity
79.6K
NHS Cost
£2.5K
vs National Avg
+59.2%
THE MEADS MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 631 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,479 to the NHS. This is 59.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
55
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 631 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 79,604 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,479 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +59.2% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 631 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +59.2% 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.