Desogestrel Prescribing at THIRSK DOCTORS SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
736
Total Quantity
61.8K
NHS Cost
£1.9K
vs National Avg
+85.7%
THIRSK DOCTORS SURGERY prescribed 736 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,888 to the NHS. This is 85.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
69
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 736 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 61,754 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,888 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +85.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 736 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +85.7% 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.