Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at CHACEWATER HEALTH CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,888
Total Quantity
213.5K
NHS Cost
£7.3K
vs National Avg
-19%
CHACEWATER HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 2,888 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,335 to the NHS. This is 19% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
276
Jul 2026
225
Jul 2026
239
Jul 2026
241
Jul 2026
245
Jul 2026
224
Jul 2026
245
Jul 2026
210
Jul 2026
269
Jul 2026
239
Jul 2026
233
Jul 2026
242
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,888 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 213,488 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,335 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | -19% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,888 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -19% 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.