Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at CHARLESTOWN MD
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,030
Total Quantity
168.0K
NHS Cost
£6.0K
vs National Avg
-43.1%
CHARLESTOWN MD prescribed 2,030 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,966 to the NHS. This is 43.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
161
Jul 2026
127
Jul 2026
195
Jul 2026
183
Jul 2026
177
Jul 2026
179
Jul 2026
167
Jul 2026
160
Jul 2026
165
Jul 2026
159
Jul 2026
183
Jul 2026
174
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,030 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 167,975 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,966 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -43.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,030 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -43.1% 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.