Desogestrel Prescribing at THE SIDINGS MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
914
Total Quantity
77.9K
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+130.6%
THE SIDINGS MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 914 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,193 to the NHS. This is 130.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
90
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
72
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 914 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 77,868 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,193 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +130.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 914 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +130.6% 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.