Desogestrel Prescribing at THE WATERFIELD PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
656
Total Quantity
102.8K
NHS Cost
£3.1K
vs National Avg
+65.5%
THE WATERFIELD PRACTICE prescribed 656 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,141 to the NHS. This is 65.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
55
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 656 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 102,817 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,141 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +65.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 656 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +65.5% 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.