Desogestrel Prescribing at THE ORCHARD PARTNERSHIP
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
689
Total Quantity
73.8K
NHS Cost
£2.1K
vs National Avg
+73.8%
THE ORCHARD PARTNERSHIP prescribed 689 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,118 to the NHS. This is 73.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
76
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
49
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 689 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 73,823 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,118 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +73.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 689 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +73.8% 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.