Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at BALHAM HEALTH CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
950
Total Quantity
87.9K
NHS Cost
£1.9K
vs National Avg
-73.4%
BALHAM HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 950 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,937 to the NHS. This is 73.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
69
Jul 2026
81
Jul 2026
91
Jul 2026
64
Jul 2026
66
Jul 2026
88
Jul 2026
84
Jul 2026
92
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
75
Jul 2026
80
Jul 2026
85
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 950 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 87,907 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,937 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | -73.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 950 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -73.4% 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.