Desogestrel Prescribing at WHITBY GROUP PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,108
Total Quantity
110.1K
NHS Cost
£3.4K
vs National Avg
+179.5%
WHITBY GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 1,108 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,425 to the NHS. This is 179.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
102
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
102
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
100
Jun 2026
105
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
89
Jun 2026
97
Jun 2026
82
Jun 2026
84
Jun 2026
100
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,108 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 110,054 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,425 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +179.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,108 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +179.5% 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.