Desogestrel Prescribing at TWYFORD SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
539
Total Quantity
44.8K
NHS Cost
£1.4K
vs National Avg
+36%
TWYFORD SURGERY prescribed 539 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,443 to the NHS. This is 36% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
42
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
38
Jul 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 539 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 44,793 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,443 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +36% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 539 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +36% 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.