Desogestrel Prescribing at THE SAXON SPIRES PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,374
Total Quantity
117.5K
NHS Cost
£4.1K
vs National Avg
+246.6%
THE SAXON SPIRES PRACTICE prescribed 1,374 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,146 to the NHS. This is 246.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
101
Jun 2026
111
Jun 2026
142
Jun 2026
104
Jun 2026
127
Jun 2026
100
Jun 2026
119
Jun 2026
116
Jun 2026
128
Jun 2026
103
Jun 2026
111
Jun 2026
112
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,374 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 117,488 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,146 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +246.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,374 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +246.6% 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.