Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at FAIRBROOK MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,962
Total Quantity
628.4K
NHS Cost
£25.8K
vs National Avg
+39.1%
FAIRBROOK MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 4,962 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £25,829 to the NHS. This is 39.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
410
Jun 2026
404
Jun 2026
412
Jun 2026
381
Jun 2026
435
Jun 2026
474
Jun 2026
396
Jun 2026
398
Jun 2026
429
Jun 2026
386
Jun 2026
436
Jun 2026
401
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,962 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 628,399 |
| Total NHS Cost | £25,829 |
| Presentations | 14 different forms |
| vs National Average | +39.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,962 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +39.1% 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.