Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at ATKINSON HEALTH CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,487
Total Quantity
265.1K
NHS Cost
£7.8K
vs National Avg
-30.3%
ATKINSON HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 2,487 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,846 to the NHS. This is 30.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
214
Jul 2026
196
Jul 2026
217
Jul 2026
217
Jul 2026
196
Jul 2026
211
Jul 2026
197
Jul 2026
223
Jul 2026
195
Jul 2026
209
Jul 2026
202
Jul 2026
210
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,487 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 265,123 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,846 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -30.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,487 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -30.3% 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.