Desogestrel Prescribing at THE SWAN PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
2,310
Total Quantity
202.8K
NHS Cost
£6.1K
vs National Avg
+482.7%
THE SWAN PRACTICE prescribed 2,310 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,105 to the NHS. This is 482.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
205
Jun 2026
181
Jun 2026
201
Jun 2026
200
Jun 2026
193
Jun 2026
206
Jun 2026
202
Jun 2026
181
Jun 2026
195
Jun 2026
181
Jun 2026
185
Jun 2026
180
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,310 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 202,830 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,105 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +482.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,310 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +482.7% 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.