Desogestrel Prescribing at THE BURNS PRACTICE
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
815
Total Quantity
148.6K
NHS Cost
£4.2K
vs National Avg
+105.6%
THE BURNS PRACTICE prescribed 815 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,233 to the NHS. This is 105.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
75
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
59
Jun 2026
103
Jun 2026
65
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
73
Jun 2026
58
Jun 2026
78
Jun 2026
72
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 815 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 148,551 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,233 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +105.6% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 815 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +105.6% 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.