Desogestrel Prescribing at THE UPLANDS MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
268
Total Quantity
29.4K
NHS Cost
£1.5K
vs National Avg
-32.4%
THE UPLANDS MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 268 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,492 to the NHS. This is 32.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
26
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
22
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 268 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 29,396 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,492 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | -32.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 268 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -32.4% 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.