Desogestrel Prescribing at RIVERSIDE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
569
Total Quantity
49.5K
NHS Cost
£1.5K
vs National Avg
+43.5%
RIVERSIDE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 569 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,517 to the NHS. This is 43.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
41
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
55
Jun 2026
35
Jun 2026
70
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
36
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 569 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 49,546 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,517 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +43.5% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 569 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +43.5% 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.