Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at DIDCOT HEALTH CENTRE PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,786
Total Quantity
608.3K
NHS Cost
£24.2K
vs National Avg
+34.2%
DIDCOT HEALTH CENTRE PRACTICE prescribed 4,786 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £24,156 to the NHS. This is 34.2% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
401
Jul 2026
395
Jul 2026
379
Jul 2026
433
Jul 2026
373
Jul 2026
384
Jul 2026
381
Jul 2026
429
Jul 2026
414
Jul 2026
379
Jul 2026
384
Jul 2026
434
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,786 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 608,301 |
| Total NHS Cost | £24,156 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +34.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,786 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +34.2% 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.