Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at FALLOWFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,883
Total Quantity
158.2K
NHS Cost
£4.3K
vs National Avg
-47.2%
FALLOWFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,883 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £4,319 to the NHS. This is 47.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
142
Jul 2026
136
Jul 2026
145
Jul 2026
155
Jul 2026
148
Jul 2026
154
Jul 2026
154
Jul 2026
163
Jul 2026
163
Jul 2026
163
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
173
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,883 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 158,172 |
| Total NHS Cost | £4,319 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | -47.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,883 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -47.2% 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.