Desogestrel Prescribing at WATERINGBURY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
710
Total Quantity
70.7K
NHS Cost
£2.0K
vs National Avg
+79.1%
WATERINGBURY prescribed 710 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,953 to the NHS. This is 79.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
71
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
69
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
53
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 710 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 70,728 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,953 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +79.1% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 710 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +79.1% 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.