Desogestrel Prescribing at RIVERGREEN MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
652
Total Quantity
87.8K
NHS Cost
£2.8K
vs National Avg
+64.5%
RIVERGREEN MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 652 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,777 to the NHS. This is 64.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
50
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
44
Jul 2026
36
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
66
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 652 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 87,829 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,777 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +64.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 652 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +64.5% 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.