Desogestrel Prescribing at WALLINGTON FAMILY PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
592
Total Quantity
73.4K
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+49.3%
WALLINGTON FAMILY PRACTICE prescribed 592 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,171 to the NHS. This is 49.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
46
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 592 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 73,447 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,171 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +49.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 592 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +49.3% 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.