Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at KNIGHTSBRIDGE MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
1,709
Total Quantity
177.8K
NHS Cost
£5.8K
vs National Avg
-52.1%
KNIGHTSBRIDGE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 1,709 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £5,817 to the NHS. This is 52.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
170
Jul 2026
124
Jul 2026
157
Jul 2026
149
Jul 2026
146
Jul 2026
153
Jul 2026
146
Jul 2026
139
Jul 2026
136
Jul 2026
124
Jul 2026
146
Jul 2026
119
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,709 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 177,781 |
| Total NHS Cost | £5,817 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | -52.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,709 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -52.1% vs national average |
Explore More
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.