Desogestrel Prescribing at RICHMOND SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
643
Total Quantity
64.9K
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
+62.2%
RICHMOND SURGERY prescribed 643 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,416 to the NHS. This is 62.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
66
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
63
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
40
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 643 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 64,911 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,416 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +62.2% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 643 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +62.2% 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.