Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at CASTLEFIELDS HEALTH CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
6,953
Total Quantity
595.2K
NHS Cost
£22.7K
vs National Avg
+94.9%
CASTLEFIELDS HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 6,953 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £22,670 to the NHS. This is 94.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
622
Jul 2026
559
Jul 2026
586
Jul 2026
605
Jul 2026
561
Jul 2026
597
Jul 2026
572
Jul 2026
595
Jul 2026
604
Jul 2026
528
Jul 2026
533
Jul 2026
591
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 6,953 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 595,206 |
| Total NHS Cost | £22,670 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | +94.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 6,953 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +94.9% 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.