Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at MOUNT PLEASANT HEALTH CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
4,991
Total Quantity
507.6K
NHS Cost
£19.3K
vs National Avg
+39.9%
MOUNT PLEASANT HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 4,991 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £19,314 to the NHS. This is 39.9% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
432
Jul 2026
389
Jul 2026
422
Jul 2026
412
Jul 2026
422
Jul 2026
399
Jul 2026
406
Jul 2026
428
Jul 2026
437
Jul 2026
399
Jul 2026
432
Jul 2026
413
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 4,991 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 507,566 |
| Total NHS Cost | £19,314 |
| Presentations | 13 different forms |
| vs National Average | +39.9% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 4,991 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +39.9% 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.