Desogestrel Prescribing at THE ROBERT DARBISHIRE PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
335
Total Quantity
66.7K
NHS Cost
£2.6K
vs National Avg
-15.5%
THE ROBERT DARBISHIRE PRACTICE prescribed 335 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,557 to the NHS. This is 15.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
28
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
37
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
30
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 335 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 66,738 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,557 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | -15.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 335 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -15.5% 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.