Desogestrel Prescribing at UNITY HEALTHCARE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,289
Total Quantity
180.3K
NHS Cost
£5.8K
vs National Avg
+225.2%
UNITY HEALTHCARE prescribed 1,289 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,801 to the NHS. This is 225.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
110
Jun 2026
101
Jun 2026
130
Jun 2026
91
Jun 2026
92
Jun 2026
114
Jun 2026
111
Jun 2026
115
Jun 2026
105
Jun 2026
113
Jun 2026
103
Jun 2026
104
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,289 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 180,331 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,801 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +225.2% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,289 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +225.2% 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.