Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ARTHINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,890
Total Quantity
232.0K
NHS Cost
£10.4K
vs National Avg
-19%
ARTHINGTON MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 2,890 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £10,373 to the NHS. This is 19% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
226
Jul 2026
233
Jul 2026
248
Jul 2026
242
Jul 2026
226
Jul 2026
266
Jul 2026
227
Jul 2026
254
Jul 2026
249
Jul 2026
230
Jul 2026
230
Jul 2026
259
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,890 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 231,956 |
| Total NHS Cost | £10,373 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -19% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,890 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -19% 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.