Desogestrel Prescribing at WEST GORTON MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
306
Total Quantity
33.7K
NHS Cost
£1.5K
vs National Avg
-22.8%
WEST GORTON MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 306 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,467 to the NHS. This is 22.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
29
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
31
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
33
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
27
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 306 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 33,702 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,467 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | -22.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 306 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -22.8% 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.