Desogestrel Prescribing at BURLEIGH MEDICAL CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
667
Total Quantity
77.6K
NHS Cost
£2.5K
vs National Avg
+68.3%
BURLEIGH MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 667 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,454 to the NHS. This is 68.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
55
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
52
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
49
Jul 2026
46
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
48
Jul 2026
58
Jul 2026
55
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 667 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 77,639 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,454 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +68.3% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 667 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +68.3% 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.