Desogestrel Prescribing at WHIPTON SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
429
Total Quantity
47.4K
NHS Cost
£1.4K
vs National Avg
+8.2%
WHIPTON SURGERY prescribed 429 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,405 to the NHS. This is 8.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
32
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
29
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
39
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 429 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 47,419 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,405 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +8.2% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 429 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +8.2% 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.