Desogestrel Prescribing at WASHINGBOROUGH SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
492
Total Quantity
56.6K
NHS Cost
£1.5K
vs National Avg
+24.1%
WASHINGBOROUGH SURGERY prescribed 492 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,547 to the NHS. This is 24.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
33
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 492 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 56,560 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,547 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +24.1% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 492 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +24.1% 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.