Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at HAMILTON MED CTR
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,274
Total Quantity
158.0K
NHS Cost
£6.8K
vs National Avg
-36.3%
HAMILTON MED CTR prescribed 2,274 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,768 to the NHS. This is 36.3% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
202
Jun 2026
158
Jun 2026
201
Jun 2026
217
Jun 2026
176
Jun 2026
207
Jun 2026
173
Jun 2026
187
Jun 2026
200
Jun 2026
175
Jun 2026
180
Jun 2026
198
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,274 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 158,029 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,768 |
| Presentations | 7 different forms |
| vs National Average | -36.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,274 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -36.3% 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.