Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at CASTLETOWN MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,145
Total Quantity
123.1K
NHS Cost
£3.1K
vs National Avg
-39.9%
CASTLETOWN MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 2,145 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,094 to the NHS. This is 39.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
194
Jul 2026
178
Jul 2026
181
Jul 2026
189
Jul 2026
190
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
157
Jul 2026
186
Jul 2026
191
Jul 2026
167
Jul 2026
164
Jul 2026
176
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,145 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 123,133 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,094 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | -39.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,145 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -39.9% 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.