Desogestrel Prescribing at WANSFORD
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
491
Total Quantity
54.4K
NHS Cost
£1.9K
vs National Avg
+23.9%
WANSFORD prescribed 491 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,916 to the NHS. This is 23.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
34
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 491 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 54,376 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,916 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +23.9% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 491 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +23.9% 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.