Desogestrel Prescribing at WATERSHIP DOWN HEALTH
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,489
Total Quantity
119.6K
NHS Cost
£3.8K
vs National Avg
+275.6%
WATERSHIP DOWN HEALTH prescribed 1,489 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,797 to the NHS. This is 275.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
129
Jun 2026
129
Jun 2026
126
Jun 2026
137
Jun 2026
124
Jun 2026
121
Jun 2026
133
Jun 2026
112
Jun 2026
140
Jun 2026
108
Jun 2026
114
Jun 2026
116
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,489 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 119,567 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,797 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +275.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,489 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +275.6% 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.