Desogestrel Prescribing at RIVERSIDE HEALTH CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,900
Total Quantity
157.7K
NHS Cost
£4.7K
vs National Avg
+379.3%
RIVERSIDE HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 1,900 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,695 to the NHS. This is 379.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
155
Jul 2026
145
Jul 2026
153
Jul 2026
170
Jul 2026
152
Jul 2026
169
Jul 2026
162
Jul 2026
154
Jul 2026
155
Jul 2026
155
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
158
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,900 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 157,714 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,695 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +379.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,900 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +379.3% 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.