Desogestrel Prescribing at THE PORTMILL SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
464
Total Quantity
64.6K
NHS Cost
£2.0K
vs National Avg
+17.1%
THE PORTMILL SURGERY prescribed 464 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,991 to the NHS. This is 17.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
36
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 464 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 64,575 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,991 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +17.1% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 464 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +17.1% 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.