Desogestrel Prescribing at WOODLANDS SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
653
Total Quantity
86.2K
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
+64.7%
WOODLANDS SURGERY prescribed 653 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,345 to the NHS. This is 64.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
60
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 653 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 86,205 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,345 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +64.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 653 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +64.7% 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.