Desogestrel Prescribing at UPPER EDEN MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
556
Total Quantity
47.6K
NHS Cost
£1.3K
vs National Avg
+40.3%
UPPER EDEN MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 556 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,276 to the NHS. This is 40.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
55
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 556 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 47,576 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,276 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +40.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 556 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +40.3% 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.