Desogestrel Prescribing at THE NILE PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
310
Total Quantity
38.9K
NHS Cost
£1.4K
vs National Avg
-21.8%
THE NILE PRACTICE prescribed 310 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,437 to the NHS. This is 21.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
26
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
29
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 310 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 38,882 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,437 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -21.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 310 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -21.8% 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.