Desogestrel Prescribing at RIVERSIDE SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
616
Total Quantity
80.9K
NHS Cost
£2.5K
vs National Avg
+55.4%
RIVERSIDE SURGERY prescribed 616 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,501 to the NHS. This is 55.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
54
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
49
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
43
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 616 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 80,873 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,501 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +55.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 616 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +55.4% 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.