Desogestrel Prescribing at THE SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
415
Total Quantity
34.5K
NHS Cost
£1.3K
vs National Avg
+4.7%
THE SURGERY prescribed 415 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,259 to the NHS. This is 4.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
33
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 415 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 34,528 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,259 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +4.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 415 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +4.7% 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.