Desogestrel Prescribing at ST GEORGE & RIVERSIDE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
278
Total Quantity
35.9K
NHS Cost
£1.7K
vs National Avg
-29.9%
ST GEORGE & RIVERSIDE MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 278 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,660 to the NHS. This is 29.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
30
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
17
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 278 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 35,935 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,660 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | -29.9% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 278 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | -29.9% 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.