Desogestrel Prescribing at THE STEPHENSON MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
517
Total Quantity
73.0K
NHS Cost
£2.1K
vs National Avg
+30.4%
THE STEPHENSON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 517 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,105 to the NHS. This is 30.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
40
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
37
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 517 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 73,017 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,105 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +30.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 517 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +30.4% 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.