Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at AVONSIDE HEALTH CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,962
Total Quantity
332.8K
NHS Cost
£11.4K
vs National Avg
-17%
AVONSIDE HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 2,962 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,363 to the NHS. This is 17% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
236
Jul 2026
252
Jul 2026
253
Jul 2026
258
Jul 2026
242
Jul 2026
251
Jul 2026
252
Jul 2026
257
Jul 2026
251
Jul 2026
239
Jul 2026
238
Jul 2026
233
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,962 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 332,842 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,363 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -17% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,962 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -17% 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.