Megestrol acetate Prescribing at LEPTON AND KIRKHEATON SURGERIES
Sex hormones and hormone antagonists in malignant disease | Malignant Disease and Immunosuppression
Items (12m)
65
Total Quantity
698
NHS Cost
£438
vs National Avg
+846.6%
LEPTON AND KIRKHEATON SURGERIES prescribed 65 items of Megestrol acetate over the last 12 months at a cost of £438 to the NHS. This is 846.6% 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
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
6
Jul 2026
5
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
1
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
1
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
5
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 65 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 698 |
| Total NHS Cost | £438 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +846.6% |
Megestrol acetate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 65 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 7 items |
| Difference | +846.6% 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.