Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at CAVENDISH MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,737
Total Quantity
211.4K
NHS Cost
£8.6K
vs National Avg
-23.3%
CAVENDISH MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 2,737 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,639 to the NHS. This is 23.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
244
Jul 2026
210
Jul 2026
238
Jul 2026
238
Jul 2026
219
Jul 2026
230
Jul 2026
226
Jul 2026
247
Jul 2026
213
Jul 2026
224
Jul 2026
226
Jul 2026
222
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,737 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 211,381 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,639 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -23.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,737 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -23.3% 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.