Desogestrel Prescribing at THE BIRCHWOOD AND SOLLERSHOTT SURGERIES
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
760
Total Quantity
78.5K
NHS Cost
£2.7K
vs National Avg
+91.7%
THE BIRCHWOOD AND SOLLERSHOTT SURGERIES prescribed 760 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,675 to the NHS. This is 91.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
47
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
77
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
64
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 760 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 78,457 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,675 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +91.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 760 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +91.7% 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.