Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at EYE HEALTH CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,961
Total Quantity
207.2K
NHS Cost
£7.5K
vs National Avg
-17%
EYE HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 2,961 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,524 to the NHS. This is 17% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
251
Jul 2026
221
Jul 2026
242
Jul 2026
247
Jul 2026
231
Jul 2026
267
Jul 2026
240
Jul 2026
268
Jul 2026
258
Jul 2026
240
Jul 2026
247
Jul 2026
249
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,961 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 207,246 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,524 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -17% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,961 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -17% 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.