Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at HEALTH CARE COMPLEX, KIRKBY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,731
Total Quantity
208.2K
NHS Cost
£6.6K
vs National Avg
-23.4%
HEALTH CARE COMPLEX, KIRKBY prescribed 2,731 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £6,632 to the NHS. This is 23.4% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
229
Jul 2026
227
Jul 2026
234
Jul 2026
218
Jul 2026
239
Jul 2026
241
Jul 2026
215
Jul 2026
232
Jul 2026
244
Jul 2026
205
Jul 2026
225
Jul 2026
222
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,731 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 208,182 |
| Total NHS Cost | £6,632 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -23.4% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,731 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -23.4% 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.