Desogestrel Prescribing at THE ROXTON PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
2,981
Total Quantity
254.3K
NHS Cost
£7.2K
vs National Avg
+652%
THE ROXTON PRACTICE prescribed 2,981 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,188 to the NHS. This is 652% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
296
Jun 2026
238
Jun 2026
301
Jun 2026
224
Jun 2026
240
Jun 2026
290
Jun 2026
237
Jun 2026
261
Jun 2026
231
Jun 2026
218
Jun 2026
231
Jun 2026
214
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,981 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 254,348 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,188 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +652% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,981 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +652% 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.