Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at AMBLESIDE HEALTH CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,755
Total Quantity
136.3K
NHS Cost
£4.9K
vs National Avg
-50.8%
AMBLESIDE HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 1,755 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,887 to the NHS. This is 50.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
136
Jul 2026
146
Jul 2026
132
Jul 2026
157
Jul 2026
140
Jul 2026
143
Jul 2026
151
Jul 2026
153
Jul 2026
161
Jul 2026
126
Jul 2026
160
Jul 2026
150
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,755 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 136,295 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,887 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | -50.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,755 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -50.8% 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.