Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at FULWELL MEDICAL CENTRE,
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,734
Total Quantity
349.2K
NHS Cost
£12.1K
vs National Avg
+4.7%
FULWELL MEDICAL CENTRE, prescribed 3,734 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,086 to the NHS. This is 4.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
287
Jul 2026
264
Jul 2026
316
Jul 2026
330
Jul 2026
300
Jul 2026
329
Jul 2026
288
Jul 2026
357
Jul 2026
291
Jul 2026
310
Jul 2026
310
Jul 2026
352
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,734 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 349,190 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,086 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | +4.7% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,734 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +4.7% 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.