Capsaicin Prescribing at THE RIDGE MEDICAL PRACT.
Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
73
Total Quantity
4,320
NHS Cost
£2.2K
vs National Avg
+824.7%
THE RIDGE MEDICAL PRACT. prescribed 73 items of Capsaicin over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,242 to the NHS. This is 824.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Capsaicin is classified under Drugs for soft-tissue disorders and topical pain relief in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
3
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 73 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 4,320 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,242 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +824.7% |
Capsaicin Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 73 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 8 items |
| Difference | +824.7% 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.