Desogestrel Prescribing at WHITSTABLE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
2,265
Total Quantity
248.7K
NHS Cost
£10.6K
vs National Avg
+471.4%
WHITSTABLE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 2,265 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £10,590 to the NHS. This is 471.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
192
Jun 2026
184
Jun 2026
196
Jun 2026
216
Jun 2026
166
Jun 2026
179
Jun 2026
193
Jun 2026
153
Jun 2026
201
Jun 2026
216
Jun 2026
178
Jun 2026
191
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,265 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 248,728 |
| Total NHS Cost | £10,590 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +471.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,265 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +471.4% 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.