Desogestrel Prescribing at BURNLEY GROUP PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
1,152
Total Quantity
100.9K
NHS Cost
£2.9K
vs National Avg
+190.6%
BURNLEY GROUP PRACTICE prescribed 1,152 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £2,859 to the NHS. This is 190.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
95
Jun 2026
88
Jun 2026
121
Jun 2026
93
Jun 2026
118
Jun 2026
101
Jun 2026
92
Jun 2026
86
Jun 2026
104
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
89
Jun 2026
92
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,152 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 100,919 |
| Total NHS Cost | £2,859 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +190.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,152 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +190.6% 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.