Desogestrel Prescribing at VICTORIA AND MAPPERLEY PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
446
Total Quantity
54.7K
NHS Cost
£2.0K
vs National Avg
+12.5%
VICTORIA AND MAPPERLEY PRACTICE prescribed 446 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,024 to the NHS. This is 12.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
31
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 446 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 54,685 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,024 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +12.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 446 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +12.5% 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.