Desogestrel Prescribing at WELLINGTON MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
534
Total Quantity
64.9K
NHS Cost
£2.1K
vs National Avg
+34.7%
WELLINGTON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 534 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,055 to the NHS. This is 34.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
34
Jul 2026
43
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 534 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 64,916 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,055 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +34.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 534 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +34.7% 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.