Desogestrel Prescribing at THE SALTSCAR SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
563
Total Quantity
77.6K
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
+42%
THE SALTSCAR SURGERY prescribed 563 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,366 to the NHS. This is 42% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 563 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 77,564 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,366 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +42% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 563 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +42% 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.