Desogestrel Prescribing at BIRCHES HEAD MEDICAL CTR.
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
432
Total Quantity
90.4K
NHS Cost
£2.9K
vs National Avg
+9%
BIRCHES HEAD MEDICAL CTR. prescribed 432 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,904 to the NHS. This is 9% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
38
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
34
Jun 2026
27
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
30
Jun 2026
36
Jun 2026
21
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
45
Jun 2026
35
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 432 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 90,412 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,904 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +9% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 432 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +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.