Megestrol acetate Prescribing at KIRKHAM HEALTH CENTRE
Sex hormones and hormone antagonists in malignant disease | Malignant Disease and Immunosuppression
Items (12m)
13
Total Quantity
364
NHS Cost
£635
vs National Avg
+89.3%
KIRKHAM HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 13 items of Megestrol acetate over the last 12 months at a cost of £635 to the NHS. This is 89.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Megestrol acetate is classified under Sex hormones and hormone antagonists in malignant disease in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
No monthly data available.
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 13 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 364 |
| Total NHS Cost | £635 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +89.3% |
Megestrol acetate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 13 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 7 items |
| Difference | +89.3% 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.