Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at CATOR MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,322
Total Quantity
323.1K
NHS Cost
£9.7K
vs National Avg
-34.9%
CATOR MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 2,322 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,728 to the NHS. This is 34.9% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
193
Jul 2026
175
Jul 2026
213
Jul 2026
184
Jul 2026
175
Jul 2026
205
Jul 2026
170
Jul 2026
239
Jul 2026
188
Jul 2026
197
Jul 2026
175
Jul 2026
208
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,322 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 323,088 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,728 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -34.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,322 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -34.9% 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.