Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at CEDAR CROSS MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,508
Total Quantity
219.0K
NHS Cost
£6.8K
vs National Avg
-29.7%
CEDAR CROSS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 2,508 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,765 to the NHS. This is 29.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
222
Jul 2026
209
Jul 2026
206
Jul 2026
216
Jul 2026
204
Jul 2026
212
Jul 2026
209
Jul 2026
213
Jul 2026
224
Jul 2026
184
Jul 2026
207
Jul 2026
202
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,508 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 218,981 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,765 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | -29.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,508 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -29.7% 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.