Desogestrel Prescribing at THE MORTIMER MEDICAL PRAC
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
611
Total Quantity
51.4K
NHS Cost
£1.5K
vs National Avg
+54.1%
THE MORTIMER MEDICAL PRAC prescribed 611 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,489 to the NHS. This is 54.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
60
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 611 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 51,380 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,489 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +54.1% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 611 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +54.1% 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.