Desogestrel Prescribing at BURNHAM SURGERY
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
867
Total Quantity
71.7K
NHS Cost
£2.3K
vs National Avg
+118.7%
BURNHAM SURGERY prescribed 867 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,265 to the NHS. This is 118.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
72
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
68
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
60
Jun 2026
87
Jun 2026
80
Jun 2026
74
Jun 2026
67
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
66
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 867 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 71,715 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,265 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +118.7% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 867 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +118.7% 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.