Desogestrel Prescribing at DOVE RIVER
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
457
Total Quantity
64.6K
NHS Cost
£1.8K
vs National Avg
+15.3%
DOVE RIVER prescribed 457 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,832 to the NHS. This is 15.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
40
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
31
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
28
Jun 2026
43
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 457 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 64,554 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,832 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +15.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 457 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +15.3% 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.