Desogestrel Prescribing at WEM AND PREES MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
674
Total Quantity
82.5K
NHS Cost
£2.9K
vs National Avg
+70%
WEM AND PREES MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 674 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,916 to the NHS. This is 70% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
49
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 674 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 82,504 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,916 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +70% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 674 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +70% 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.