Megestrol acetate Prescribing at THE NORTHOLME PRACTICE
Sex hormones and hormone antagonists in malignant disease | Malignant Disease and Immunosuppression
Items (12m)
61
Total Quantity
910
NHS Cost
£568
vs National Avg
+788.4%
THE NORTHOLME PRACTICE prescribed 61 items of Megestrol acetate over the last 12 months at a cost of £568 to the NHS. This is 788.4% 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
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
4
Jun 2026
1
Jun 2026
8
Jun 2026
7
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
6
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
5
Jun 2026
1
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 61 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 910 |
| Total NHS Cost | £568 |
| Presentations | 1 different forms |
| vs National Average | +788.4% |
Megestrol acetate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 61 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 7 items |
| Difference | +788.4% 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.