Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at FRESSINGFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,525
Total Quantity
191.9K
NHS Cost
£7.5K
vs National Avg
-29.2%
FRESSINGFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 2,525 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £7,455 to the NHS. This is 29.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
210
Jul 2026
223
Jul 2026
209
Jul 2026
182
Jul 2026
209
Jul 2026
219
Jul 2026
198
Jul 2026
244
Jul 2026
210
Jul 2026
209
Jul 2026
215
Jul 2026
197
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,525 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 191,893 |
| Total NHS Cost | £7,455 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | -29.2% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,525 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -29.2% 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.