Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at MOSS SIDE MEDICAL CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
2,064
Total Quantity
186.0K
NHS Cost
£14.3K
vs National Avg
-42.1%
MOSS SIDE MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 2,064 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £14,262 to the NHS. This is 42.1% below the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
171
Jul 2026
156
Jul 2026
172
Jul 2026
177
Jul 2026
154
Jul 2026
173
Jul 2026
159
Jul 2026
187
Jul 2026
189
Jul 2026
174
Jul 2026
169
Jul 2026
183
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 2,064 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 185,997 |
| Total NHS Cost | £14,262 |
| Presentations | 10 different forms |
| vs National Average | -42.1% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 2,064 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | -42.1% 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.