Desogestrel Prescribing at RIPLEY MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
625
Total Quantity
54.8K
NHS Cost
£1.7K
vs National Avg
+57.7%
RIPLEY MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 625 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,657 to the NHS. This is 57.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
51
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
56
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
43
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 625 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 54,796 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,657 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +57.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 625 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +57.7% 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.