Desogestrel Prescribing at WHITBURN SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
239
Total Quantity
36.6K
NHS Cost
£1.6K
vs National Avg
-39.7%
WHITBURN SURGERY prescribed 239 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,558 to the NHS. This is 39.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
12
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
22
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
17
Jun 2026
23
Jun 2026
24
Jun 2026
25
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 239 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 36,568 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,558 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | -39.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 239 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -39.7% 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.