Desogestrel Prescribing at THE WESTGATE PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
781
Total Quantity
173.4K
NHS Cost
£5.1K
vs National Avg
+97%
THE WESTGATE PRACTICE prescribed 781 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,098 to the NHS. This is 97% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
59
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 781 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 173,429 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,098 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +97% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 781 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +97% 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.