Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at COUNTESTHORPE HEALTH CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,624
Total Quantity
353.2K
NHS Cost
£11.4K
vs National Avg
-26.4%
COUNTESTHORPE HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 2,624 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £11,357 to the NHS. This is 26.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
232
Jul 2026
207
Jul 2026
230
Jul 2026
227
Jul 2026
207
Jul 2026
232
Jul 2026
210
Jul 2026
213
Jul 2026
250
Jul 2026
184
Jul 2026
223
Jul 2026
209
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,624 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 353,166 |
| Total NHS Cost | £11,357 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | -26.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,624 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -26.4% 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.