Desogestrel Prescribing at WEST MALLING GROUP PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,127
Total Quantity
114.6K
NHS Cost
£3.4K
vs National Avg
+184.3%
WEST MALLING GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 1,127 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,385 to the NHS. This is 184.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
103
Jun 2026
95
Jun 2026
120
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
98
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
97
Jun 2026
101
Jun 2026
98
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
95
Jun 2026
77
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,127 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 114,635 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,385 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +184.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,127 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +184.3% 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.