Desogestrel Prescribing at THE NORTHOLME PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
735
Total Quantity
152.8K
NHS Cost
£4.6K
vs National Avg
+85.4%
THE NORTHOLME PRACTICE prescribed 735 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,635 to the NHS. This is 85.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
46
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 735 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 152,778 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,635 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +85.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 735 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +85.4% 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.