Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ASHWELL MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
10,439
Total Quantity
651.0K
NHS Cost
£17.4K
vs National Avg
+192.6%
ASHWELL MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 10,439 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £17,443 to the NHS. This is 192.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
938
Jul 2026
749
Jul 2026
940
Jul 2026
832
Jul 2026
842
Jul 2026
923
Jul 2026
817
Jul 2026
878
Jul 2026
912
Jul 2026
880
Jul 2026
838
Jul 2026
890
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 10,439 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 651,026 |
| Total NHS Cost | £17,443 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | +192.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 10,439 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +192.6% 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.