Desogestrel Prescribing at UNITY HEALTH
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,609
Total Quantity
135.1K
NHS Cost
£3.8K
vs National Avg
+305.9%
UNITY HEALTH prescribed 1,609 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,841 to the NHS. This is 305.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
132
Jun 2026
114
Jun 2026
172
Jun 2026
117
Jun 2026
151
Jun 2026
137
Jun 2026
121
Jun 2026
154
Jun 2026
135
Jun 2026
122
Jun 2026
137
Jun 2026
117
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,609 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 135,096 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,841 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +305.9% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,609 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +305.9% 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.