Desogestrel Prescribing at WEST WIRRAL GROUP PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
558
Total Quantity
63.8K
NHS Cost
£2.1K
vs National Avg
+40.8%
WEST WIRRAL GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 558 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,123 to the NHS. This is 40.8% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
36
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 558 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 63,756 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,123 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +40.8% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 558 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +40.8% 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.