Desogestrel Prescribing at WATERLOO HOUSE SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
693
Total Quantity
67.7K
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+74.8%
WATERLOO HOUSE SURGERY prescribed 693 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,156 to the NHS. This is 74.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
53
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 693 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 67,710 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,156 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +74.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 693 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +74.8% 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.