Desogestrel Prescribing at ULVERSTON MEDICAL PRACTICE

Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders

Items (12m)

664

Total Quantity

92.0K

NHS Cost

£3.2K

vs National Avg

+67.5%

ULVERSTON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 664 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,213 to the NHS. This is 67.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	664
Total Quantity	92,002
Total NHS Cost	£3,213
Presentations	4 different forms
vs National Average	+67.5%

Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison

This practice	664 items
National average per practice	396 items
Difference	+67.5% 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.