Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at HILLFIELDS HEALTH CENTRE - 1
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,729
Total Quantity
209.6K
NHS Cost
£5.5K
vs National Avg
-23.5%
HILLFIELDS HEALTH CENTRE - 1 prescribed 2,729 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,542 to the NHS. This is 23.5% 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
229
Jul 2026
257
Jul 2026
242
Jul 2026
245
Jul 2026
254
Jul 2026
242
Jul 2026
205
Jul 2026
216
Jul 2026
193
Jul 2026
198
Jul 2026
206
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,729 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 209,592 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,542 |
| Presentations | 8 different forms |
| vs National Average | -23.5% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,729 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -23.5% 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.