Desogestrel Prescribing at RICHMOND MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,584
Total Quantity
138.1K
NHS Cost
£4.2K
vs National Avg
+299.6%
RICHMOND MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,584 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,205 to the NHS. This is 299.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
137
Jul 2026
137
Jul 2026
144
Jul 2026
118
Jul 2026
121
Jul 2026
148
Jul 2026
139
Jul 2026
130
Jul 2026
144
Jul 2026
120
Jul 2026
115
Jul 2026
131
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,584 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 138,096 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,205 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +299.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,584 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +299.6% 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.