Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at CHEDDAR MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,021
Total Quantity
245.6K
NHS Cost
£8.4K
vs National Avg
-43.3%
CHEDDAR MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 2,021 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,444 to the NHS. This is 43.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
200
Jul 2026
161
Jul 2026
178
Jul 2026
167
Jul 2026
170
Jul 2026
154
Jul 2026
169
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
161
Jul 2026
156
Jul 2026
158
Jul 2026
160
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,021 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 245,564 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,444 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -43.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,021 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -43.3% 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.