Desogestrel Prescribing at RIDGE GREEN MEDICAL PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
922
Total Quantity
109.3K
NHS Cost
£3.7K
vs National Avg
+132.6%
RIDGE GREEN MEDICAL PRACTICE prescribed 922 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,733 to the NHS. This is 132.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
101
Jul 2026
87
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
90
Jul 2026
94
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
57
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 922 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 109,312 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,733 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +132.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 922 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +132.6% 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.