Desogestrel Prescribing at THE SIDES MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
745
Total Quantity
74.3K
NHS Cost
£2.5K
vs National Avg
+87.9%
THE SIDES MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 745 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,475 to the NHS. This is 87.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
67
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
71
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 745 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 74,287 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,475 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +87.9% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 745 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +87.9% 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.