Desogestrel Prescribing at THE PENINSULA PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
483
Total Quantity
38.8K
NHS Cost
£1.2K
vs National Avg
+21.8%
THE PENINSULA PRACTICE prescribed 483 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,197 to the NHS. This is 21.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
40
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 483 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 38,752 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,197 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +21.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 483 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.