Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at KINGS EDGE MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,290
Total Quantity
277.2K
NHS Cost
£14.3K
vs National Avg
-35.8%
KINGS EDGE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 2,290 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,300 to the NHS. This is 35.8% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
215
Jul 2026
185
Jul 2026
185
Jul 2026
204
Jul 2026
190
Jul 2026
193
Jul 2026
160
Jul 2026
190
Jul 2026
194
Jul 2026
176
Jul 2026
195
Jul 2026
203
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,290 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 277,163 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,300 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | -35.8% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,290 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -35.8% 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.