Desogestrel Prescribing at WESTBANK PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
531
Total Quantity
74.5K
NHS Cost
£2.1K
vs National Avg
+34%
WESTBANK PRACTICE prescribed 531 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,108 to the NHS. This is 34% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
41
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 531 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 74,494 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,108 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +34% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 531 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +34% 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.