Desogestrel Prescribing at THE THORNTON PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
568
Total Quantity
70.6K
NHS Cost
£2.1K
vs National Avg
+43.3%
THE THORNTON PRACTICE prescribed 568 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,139 to the NHS. This is 43.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
49
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 568 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 70,626 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,139 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +43.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 568 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +43.3% 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.