Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ASHTON VIEW MEDICAL CTR
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,099
Total Quantity
159.5K
NHS Cost
£4.9K
vs National Avg
-41.2%
ASHTON VIEW MEDICAL CTR prescribed 2,099 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,898 to the NHS. This is 41.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
170
Jul 2026
130
Jul 2026
204
Jul 2026
177
Jul 2026
168
Jul 2026
182
Jul 2026
176
Jul 2026
188
Jul 2026
177
Jul 2026
174
Jul 2026
165
Jul 2026
188
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,099 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 159,539 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,898 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | -41.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,099 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -41.2% 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.