Desogestrel Prescribing at RIBBLETON MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
745
Total Quantity
65.9K
NHS Cost
£1.9K
vs National Avg
+87.9%
RIBBLETON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 745 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,854 to the NHS. This is 87.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
85
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
70
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
43
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
62
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 745 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 65,872 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,854 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +87.9% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 745 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +87.9% 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.