Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at MOUNT PLEASANT MED CENTRE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
13,466
Total Quantity
1.1M
NHS Cost
£38.6K
vs National Avg
+277.5%
MOUNT PLEASANT MED CENTRE prescribed 13,466 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £38,583 to the NHS. This is 277.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
1,115
Jul 2026
1,000
Jul 2026
1,167
Jul 2026
1,068
Jul 2026
1,104
Jul 2026
1,102
Jul 2026
1,066
Jul 2026
1,178
Jul 2026
1,195
Jul 2026
1,096
Jul 2026
1,142
Jul 2026
1,233
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 13,466 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 1,135,259 |
| Total NHS Cost | £38,583 |
| Presentations | 22 different forms |
| vs National Average | +277.5% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 13,466 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +277.5% 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.