Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at HIGHVIEW MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,967
Total Quantity
388.9K
NHS Cost
£13.7K
vs National Avg
-16.8%
HIGHVIEW MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 2,967 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £13,657 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
Jun 2026
264
Jun 2026
235
Jun 2026
255
Jun 2026
236
Jun 2026
212
Jun 2026
261
Jun 2026
256
Jun 2026
244
Jun 2026
289
Jun 2026
215
Jun 2026
246
Jun 2026
254
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,967 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 388,928 |
| Total NHS Cost | £13,657 |
| Presentations | 11 different forms |
| vs National Average | -16.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,967 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.