Desogestrel Prescribing at BURDWOOD SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
704
Total Quantity
105.0K
NHS Cost
£3.1K
vs National Avg
+77.6%
BURDWOOD SURGERY prescribed 704 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,054 to the NHS. This is 77.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
62
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
52
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
43
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 704 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 104,951 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,054 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +77.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 704 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +77.6% 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.