Desogestrel Prescribing at WHITTLE SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
679
Total Quantity
69.2K
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+71.3%
WHITTLE SURGERY prescribed 679 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,189 to the NHS. This is 71.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
45
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 679 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 69,188 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,189 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +71.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 679 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +71.3% 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.