Desogestrel Prescribing at BURNSIDE SURGERY

Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders

Items (12m)

228

Total Quantity

21.5K

NHS Cost

£601

vs National Avg

-42.5%

BURNSIDE SURGERY prescribed 228 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £601 to the NHS. This is 42.5% below the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	228
Total Quantity	21,482
Total NHS Cost	£601
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	-42.5%

Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison

This practice	228 items
National average per practice	396 items
Difference	-42.5% 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.