Desogestrel Prescribing at THE RIDGE MEDICAL PRACT.
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
686
Total Quantity
128.7K
NHS Cost
£4.1K
vs National Avg
+73.1%
THE RIDGE MEDICAL PRACT. prescribed 686 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,058 to the NHS. This is 73.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
81
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
76
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
49
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 686 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 128,686 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,058 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +73.1% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 686 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +73.1% 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.