Desogestrel Prescribing at WHYBURN MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
741
Total Quantity
150.9K
NHS Cost
£5.1K
vs National Avg
+86.9%
WHYBURN MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 741 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,129 to the NHS. This is 86.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
83
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
79
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
54
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 741 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 150,930 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,129 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +86.9% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 741 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +86.9% 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.