Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at EAST BARNET HEALTH CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,099
Total Quantity
414.7K
NHS Cost
£14.5K
vs National Avg
+14.9%
EAST BARNET HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 4,099 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,455 to the NHS. This is 14.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
373
Jul 2026
322
Jul 2026
337
Jul 2026
315
Jul 2026
346
Jul 2026
359
Jul 2026
311
Jul 2026
347
Jul 2026
354
Jul 2026
322
Jul 2026
336
Jul 2026
377
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,099 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 414,728 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,455 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | +14.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,099 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +14.9% 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.