Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at CANNINGTON HEALTH CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,207
Total Quantity
162.7K
NHS Cost
£5.2K
vs National Avg
-38.1%
CANNINGTON HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 2,207 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,240 to the NHS. This is 38.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
189
Jul 2026
164
Jul 2026
193
Jul 2026
181
Jul 2026
193
Jul 2026
199
Jul 2026
179
Jul 2026
185
Jul 2026
194
Jul 2026
173
Jul 2026
171
Jul 2026
186
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,207 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 162,694 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,240 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -38.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,207 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -38.1% 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.