Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at HAWTHORNS MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,969
Total Quantity
381.1K
NHS Cost
£8.6K
vs National Avg
-16.8%
HAWTHORNS MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 2,969 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £8,558 to the NHS. This is 16.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
242
Jul 2026
230
Jul 2026
256
Jul 2026
247
Jul 2026
258
Jul 2026
269
Jul 2026
247
Jul 2026
236
Jul 2026
260
Jul 2026
239
Jul 2026
252
Jul 2026
233
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,969 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 381,132 |
| Total NHS Cost | £8,558 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -16.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,969 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -16.8% 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.