Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at DUNCAN STREET PRIMARY CARE CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
9,456
Total Quantity
598.7K
NHS Cost
£28.3K
vs National Avg
+165.1%
DUNCAN STREET PRIMARY CARE CENTRE prescribed 9,456 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £28,333 to the NHS. This is 165.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
847
Jul 2026
754
Jul 2026
770
Jul 2026
814
Jul 2026
774
Jul 2026
843
Jul 2026
753
Jul 2026
795
Jul 2026
812
Jul 2026
786
Jul 2026
805
Jul 2026
703
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 9,456 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 598,727 |
| Total NHS Cost | £28,333 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +165.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 9,456 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +165.1% 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.