Desogestrel Prescribing at BIRLEY HEALTH CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
709
Total Quantity
80.8K
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
+78.9%
BIRLEY HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 709 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,443 to the NHS. This is 78.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
59
Jul 2026
41
Jul 2026
74
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
62
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
53
Jul 2026
52
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 709 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 80,806 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,443 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +78.9% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 709 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +78.9% 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.