Desogestrel Prescribing at WESTBURY GROUP PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,207
Total Quantity
226.1K
NHS Cost
£7.7K
vs National Avg
+204.5%
WESTBURY GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 1,207 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,682 to the NHS. This is 204.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
141
Jun 2026
116
Jun 2026
128
Jun 2026
91
Jun 2026
112
Jun 2026
99
Jun 2026
88
Jun 2026
98
Jun 2026
90
Jun 2026
97
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
67
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,207 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 226,069 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,682 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +204.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,207 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +204.5% 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.