Desogestrel Prescribing at NORTH CHELMSFORD NHS HCC
Contraceptives | Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Urinary-Tract Disorders
Items (12m)
797
Total Quantity
104.1K
NHS Cost
£3.4K
vs National Avg
+101.1%
NORTH CHELMSFORD NHS HCC prescribed 797 items of Desogestrel over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,431 to the NHS. This is 101.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Desogestrel is classified under Contraceptives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
73
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
54
Jul 2026
71
Jul 2026
79
Jul 2026
60
Jul 2026
68
Jul 2026
58
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 797 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 104,085 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,431 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +101.1% |
Desogestrel Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 797 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 396 items |
| Difference | +101.1% 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.