Desogestrel Prescribing at THE VERWOOD SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
521
Total Quantity
48.4K
NHS Cost
£1.3K
vs National Avg
+31.4%
THE VERWOOD SURGERY prescribed 521 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,343 to the NHS. This is 31.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
39
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
44
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 521 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 48,384 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,343 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +31.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 521 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +31.4% 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.