Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ASPLANDS MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,363
Total Quantity
305.3K
NHS Cost
£13.1K
vs National Avg
+22.3%
ASPLANDS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 4,363 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £13,110 to the NHS. This is 22.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
374
Jun 2026
351
Jun 2026
380
Jun 2026
355
Jun 2026
359
Jun 2026
380
Jun 2026
336
Jun 2026
354
Jun 2026
419
Jun 2026
342
Jun 2026
359
Jun 2026
354
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,363 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 305,257 |
| Total NHS Cost | £13,110 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +22.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,363 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +22.3% 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.