Desogestrel Prescribing at RIVER DARENT MEDICAL GROUP
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
704
Total Quantity
74.1K
NHS Cost
£2.7K
vs National Avg
+77.6%
RIVER DARENT MEDICAL GROUP prescribed 704 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,653 to the NHS. This is 77.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
45
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
57
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 704 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 74,130 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,653 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +77.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 704 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +77.6% 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.