Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at COBHAM HEALTH CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,151
Total Quantity
307.4K
NHS Cost
£11.1K
vs National Avg
-39.7%
COBHAM HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 2,151 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,076 to the NHS. This is 39.7% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
173
Jul 2026
177
Jul 2026
178
Jul 2026
171
Jul 2026
184
Jul 2026
207
Jul 2026
158
Jul 2026
194
Jul 2026
190
Jul 2026
158
Jul 2026
181
Jul 2026
180
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,151 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 307,436 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,076 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -39.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,151 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -39.7% 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.