Desogestrel Prescribing at BURNHAM HEALTH CENTRE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
858
Total Quantity
89.7K
NHS Cost
£2.4K
vs National Avg
+116.4%
BURNHAM HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 858 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,426 to the NHS. This is 116.4% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
63
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
65
Jul 2026
86
Jul 2026
61
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
83
Jul 2026
86
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 858 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 89,701 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,426 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +116.4% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 858 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +116.4% 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.